1999 Dodge Ram vs. 1978 Reliant SE6
To start off, 1999 Dodge Ram is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Reliant SE6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Reliant SE6 would be higher. At 3,906 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Dodge Ram (173 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1978 Reliant SE6. (134 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1978 Reliant SE6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Dodge Ram weights approximately 820 kg more than 1978 Reliant SE6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Reliant SE6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Dodge Ram 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, 1999 Dodge Ram (305 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Reliant SE6. (233 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Reliant SE6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Dodge Ram | 1978 Reliant SE6 | |
| Make | Dodge | Reliant |
| Model | Ram | SE6 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3906 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2650 mm |
