1994 Mazda 626 vs. 1979 Reliant SE6
To start off, 1994 Mazda 626 is newer by 15 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 1994 Mazda 626. (108 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Reliant SE6 should accelerate faster than 1994 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Reliant SE6 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1994 Mazda 626. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Reliant SE6 (233 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mazda 626. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1979 Reliant SE6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Mazda 626 | 1979 Reliant SE6 | |
| Make | Mazda | Reliant |
| Model | 626 | SE6 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2650 mm |
