1983 Reliant SE6 vs. 1984 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1984 Nissan Bluebird is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Reliant SE6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Reliant SE6 would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Reliant SE6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Reliant SE6 (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1984 Nissan Bluebird. (94 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Reliant SE6 should accelerate faster than 1984 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Reliant SE6 weights approximately 116 kg more than 1984 Nissan Bluebird. 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, 1983 Reliant SE6 (233 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Nissan Bluebird. (152 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1983 Reliant SE6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Nissan Bluebird. 1984 Nissan Bluebird has automatic transmission and 1983 Reliant SE6 has manual transmission. 1983 Reliant SE6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1984 Nissan Bluebird will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Reliant SE6 | 1984 Nissan Bluebird | |
Make | Reliant | Nissan |
Model | SE6 | Bluebird |
Year Released | 1983 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2994 cc | 1952 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 233 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1134 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2530 mm |