2000 Ford Econoline vs. 1977 Reliant SE6
To start off, 2000 Ford Econoline is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Reliant SE6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Reliant SE6 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Ford Econoline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Econoline (197 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1977 Reliant SE6. (133 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Econoline should accelerate faster than 1977 Reliant SE6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Econoline weights approximately 1075 kg more than 1977 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, 2000 Ford Econoline (338 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Reliant SE6. (233 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Econoline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Reliant SE6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Econoline | 1977 Reliant SE6 | |
| Make | Ford | Reliant |
| Model | Econoline | SE6 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2325 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2650 mm |
