1996 Honda Legend vs. 1986 Reliant SE6
To start off, 1996 Honda Legend is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Reliant SE6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Reliant SE6 would be higher. At 3,472 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda Legend (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1986 Reliant SE6. (133 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1986 Reliant SE6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda Legend weights approximately 420 kg more than 1986 Reliant SE6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 Reliant SE6 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1986 Reliant SE6. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Honda Legend, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1996 Honda Legend (297 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Reliant SE6. (233 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Reliant SE6. 1996 Honda Legend has automatic transmission and 1986 Reliant SE6 has manual transmission. 1986 Reliant SE6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Honda Legend will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Honda Legend | 1986 Reliant SE6 | |
| Make | Honda | Reliant |
| Model | Legend | SE6 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3472 cc | 2992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 297 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2650 mm |
