1986 Jaguar XJ6 vs. 1978 Reliant SE6
To start off, 1986 Jaguar XJ6 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Reliant SE6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Reliant SE6 would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Reliant SE6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Jaguar XJ6 (165 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1978 Reliant SE6. (134 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Jaguar XJ6 should accelerate faster than 1978 Reliant SE6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Jaguar XJ6 weights approximately 470 kg more than 1978 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, 1986 Jaguar XJ6 (239 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Reliant SE6. (233 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Jaguar XJ6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Reliant SE6.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Jaguar XJ6 | 1978 Reliant SE6 | |
Make | Jaguar | Reliant |
Model | XJ6 | SE6 |
Year Released | 1986 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2918 cc | 2994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 165 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 239 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2650 mm |