1994 Jeep Cherokee vs. 1975 Reliant SE6
To start off, 1994 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Reliant SE6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Reliant SE6 would be higher. At 3,960 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Jeep Cherokee (182 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1975 Reliant SE6. (133 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1975 Reliant SE6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 310 kg more than 1975 Reliant SE6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Reliant SE6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Jeep Cherokee 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, 1994 Jeep Cherokee (301 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Reliant SE6. (233 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Reliant SE6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Jeep Cherokee | 1975 Reliant SE6 | |
| Make | Jeep | Reliant |
| Model | Cherokee | SE6 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3960 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2650 mm |
