1992 Donkervoort D8 vs. 1978 Reliant SE6
To start off, 1992 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 14 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, 1992 Donkervoort D8 (138 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1978 Reliant SE6. (134 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Donkervoort D8 should accelerate faster than 1978 Reliant SE6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Reliant SE6 weights approximately 596 kg more than 1992 Donkervoort D8.
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, 1978 Reliant SE6 (233 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Donkervoort D8. (170 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 1978 Reliant SE6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Donkervoort D8.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Donkervoort D8 | 1978 Reliant SE6 | |
Make | Donkervoort | Reliant |
Model | D8 | SE6 |
Year Released | 1992 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 654 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2650 mm |