1986 Audi 90 vs. 1984 Reliant SE6
To start off, 1986 Audi 90 is newer by 2 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, 1984 Reliant SE6 (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1986 Audi 90. (114 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Reliant SE6 should accelerate faster than 1986 Audi 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Reliant SE6 weights approximately 200 kg more than 1986 Audi 90. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Reliant SE6 (233 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Audi 90. (169 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1984 Reliant SE6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Audi 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Audi 90 | 1984 Reliant SE6 | |
| Make | Audi | Reliant |
| Model | 90 | SE6 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2650 mm |
