1982 Reliant SE6 vs. 1981 Toyota Soarer
To start off, 1982 Reliant SE6 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Toyota Soarer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Toyota Soarer would be higher. At 2,992 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Reliant SE6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Toyota Soarer (157 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1982 Reliant SE6. (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Toyota Soarer should accelerate faster than 1982 Reliant SE6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Toyota Soarer weights approximately 55 kg more than 1982 Reliant SE6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1981 Toyota Soarer (235 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Reliant SE6. (233 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1981 Toyota Soarer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Reliant SE6.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Reliant SE6 | 1981 Toyota Soarer | |
Make | Reliant | Toyota |
Model | SE6 | Soarer |
Year Released | 1982 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2992 cc | 2759 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 157 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 233 Nm | 235 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1305 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2670 mm |