1984 Reliant SE6 vs. 2011 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2011 Lotus Elise is newer by 27 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, 2011 Lotus Elise (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1984 Reliant SE6. (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 1984 Reliant SE6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Reliant SE6 weights approximately 338 kg more than 2011 Lotus Elise.
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 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Lotus Elise. (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 1984 Reliant SE6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Reliant SE6 | 2011 Lotus Elise | |
Make | Reliant | Lotus |
Model | SE6 | Elise |
Year Released | 1984 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2994 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 189 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7800 RPM |
Torque | 233 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 912 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3785 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1118 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2299 mm |