1998 Opel Speedster vs. 1985 Reliant SE6
To start off, 1998 Opel Speedster is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Reliant SE6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Reliant SE6 would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Reliant SE6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Opel Speedster (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1985 Reliant SE6. (133 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Opel Speedster should accelerate faster than 1985 Reliant SE6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Reliant SE6 weights approximately 309 kg more than 1998 Opel Speedster.
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, 1985 Reliant SE6 (233 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Opel Speedster. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1985 Reliant SE6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Opel Speedster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Opel Speedster | 1985 Reliant SE6 | |
| Make | Opel | Reliant |
| Model | Speedster | SE6 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1254 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2650 mm |
