1999 Lexus GS vs. 1980 Reliant SE6
To start off, 1999 Lexus GS is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Reliant SE6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Reliant SE6 would be higher. Both 1999 Lexus GS and 1980 Reliant SE6 are equipped with a 2,994 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lexus GS (225 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1980 Reliant SE6. (133 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 1980 Reliant SE6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lexus GS weights approximately 410 kg more than 1980 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, 1999 Lexus GS (296 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Reliant SE6. (233 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Reliant SE6. 1999 Lexus GS has automatic transmission and 1980 Reliant SE6 has manual transmission. 1980 Reliant SE6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Lexus GS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lexus GS | 1980 Reliant SE6 | |
| Make | Lexus | Reliant |
| Model | GS | SE6 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2994 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2650 mm |
