1984 Buick Electra vs. 1964 Reliant Rebel
To start off, 1984 Buick Electra is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Reliant Rebel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Reliant Rebel would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Buick Electra (123 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1964 Reliant Rebel. (27 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 1964 Reliant Rebel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Buick Electra weights approximately 929 kg more than 1964 Reliant Rebel. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1964 Reliant Rebel 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 1964 Reliant Rebel. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Buick Electra, 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, 1984 Buick Electra (264 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Reliant Rebel. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Reliant Rebel. 1984 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 1964 Reliant Rebel has manual transmission. 1964 Reliant Rebel will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1984 Buick Electra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Buick Electra | 1964 Reliant Rebel | |
| Make | Buick | Reliant |
| Model | Electra | Rebel |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 264 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.6 mm | 56 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 61 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 521 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 3510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2270 mm |
