1984 Reliant SE6 vs. 2008 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2008 Toyota Hilux is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Reliant SE6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Reliant SE6 would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Reliant SE6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Hilux (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1984 Reliant SE6. (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Hilux should accelerate faster than 1984 Reliant SE6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 200 kg more than 1984 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, 1984 Reliant SE6 (233 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Hilux. (182 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1984 Reliant SE6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Hilux.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Reliant SE6 | 2008 Toyota Hilux | |
Make | Reliant | Toyota |
Model | SE6 | Hilux |
Year Released | 1984 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2994 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 233 Nm | 182 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 3090 mm |