1996 Ford Scorpio vs. 1984 Reliant SE6
To start off, 1996 Ford Scorpio is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Reliant SE6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Reliant SE6 would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Reliant SE6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ford Scorpio (145 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1984 Reliant SE6. (133 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Scorpio should accelerate faster than 1984 Reliant SE6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Scorpio weights approximately 190 kg more than 1984 Reliant SE6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1984 Reliant SE6 (233 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Scorpio. (203 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1984 Reliant SE6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Scorpio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ford Scorpio | 1984 Reliant SE6 | |
| Make | Ford | Reliant |
| Model | Scorpio | SE6 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2295 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1330 mm |
