1990 Mercedes-Benz 190 vs. 1979 Reliant SE6
To start off, 1990 Mercedes-Benz 190 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Reliant SE6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Reliant SE6 would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Reliant SE6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Reliant SE6 (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1990 Mercedes-Benz 190. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Reliant SE6 should accelerate faster than 1990 Mercedes-Benz 190.
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, 1979 Reliant SE6 (233 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mercedes-Benz 190. (153 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1979 Reliant SE6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mercedes-Benz 190.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Mercedes-Benz 190 | 1979 Reliant SE6 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Reliant |
Model | 190 | SE6 |
Year Released | 1990 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 153 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2650 mm |