1990 Jaguar XJ6 vs. 1977 Reliant SE6
To start off, 1990 Jaguar XJ6 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Reliant SE6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Reliant SE6 would be higher. At 3,239 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Jaguar XJ6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Jaguar XJ6 (200 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1977 Reliant SE6. (133 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Jaguar XJ6 should accelerate faster than 1977 Reliant SE6.
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, 1990 Jaguar XJ6 (299 Nm) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Reliant SE6. (233 Nm). This means 1990 Jaguar XJ6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Reliant SE6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Jaguar XJ6 | 1977 Reliant SE6 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Reliant |
| Model | XJ6 | SE6 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3239 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 299 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2650 mm |
