1990 Dodge Stealth vs. 1984 Reliant SE6
To start off, 1990 Dodge Stealth is newer by 6 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, 1990 Dodge Stealth (282 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1984 Reliant SE6. (133 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Dodge Stealth should accelerate faster than 1984 Reliant SE6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Dodge Stealth weights approximately 480 kg more than 1984 Reliant SE6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Dodge Stealth is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Reliant SE6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Dodge Stealth will offer significantly more control. 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, 1990 Dodge Stealth (429 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Reliant SE6. (233 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Dodge Stealth will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Reliant SE6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Dodge Stealth | 1984 Reliant SE6 | |
| Make | Dodge | Reliant |
| Model | Stealth | SE6 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 429 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2650 mm |
