1986 Opel Ascona vs. 1981 Reliant SE6
To start off, 1986 Opel Ascona is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Reliant SE6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Reliant SE6 would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Reliant SE6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Reliant SE6 (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1986 Opel Ascona. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Reliant SE6 should accelerate faster than 1986 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Reliant SE6 weights approximately 330 kg more than 1986 Opel Ascona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Reliant SE6 (233 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1981 Reliant SE6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Opel Ascona | 1981 Reliant SE6 | |
Make | Opel | Reliant |
Model | Ascona | SE6 |
Year Released | 1986 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1297 cc | 2994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 101 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2650 mm |