1982 Reliant SE6 vs. 1985 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1985 Toyota Crown is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Reliant SE6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Reliant SE6 would be higher. At 2,992 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Reliant SE6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Reliant SE6 (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1985 Toyota Crown. (98 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Reliant SE6 should accelerate faster than 1985 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Toyota Crown weights approximately 20 kg more than 1982 Reliant SE6.
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, 1982 Reliant SE6 (233 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Toyota Crown. (157 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1982 Reliant SE6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Toyota Crown. 1985 Toyota Crown has automatic transmission and 1982 Reliant SE6 has manual transmission. 1982 Reliant SE6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1985 Toyota Crown will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Reliant SE6 | 1985 Toyota Crown | |
Make | Reliant | Toyota |
Model | SE6 | Crown |
Year Released | 1982 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2992 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 233 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2700 mm |