1983 Reliant SE6 vs. 1987 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1987 Toyota Corolla is newer by 4 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 67 more horse power than 1987 Toyota Corolla. (66 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Reliant SE6 should accelerate faster than 1987 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Reliant SE6 weights approximately 160 kg more than 1987 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 Reliant SE6 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1983 Reliant SE6. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Toyota Corolla, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Toyota Corolla. (122 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 Reliant SE6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Reliant SE6 | 1987 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Reliant | Toyota |
| Model | SE6 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2994 cc | 1839 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 233 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2440 mm |
