1986 Ford Mustang vs. 1983 Reliant SE6
To start off, 1986 Ford Mustang is newer by 3 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 45 more horse power than 1986 Ford Mustang. (88 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Reliant SE6 should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Reliant SE6 weights approximately 65 kg more than 1986 Ford Mustang. 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, 1983 Reliant SE6 (233 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Mustang. (161 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1983 Reliant SE6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Ford Mustang | 1983 Reliant SE6 | |
Make | Ford | Reliant |
Model | Mustang | SE6 |
Year Released | 1986 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2294 cc | 2994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 88 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 161 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2650 mm |