2000 Pontiac Firebird vs. 1980 Reliant SE6
To start off, 2000 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 20 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. At 3,785 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Pontiac Firebird (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1980 Reliant SE6. (133 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1980 Reliant SE6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 290 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, 2000 Pontiac Firebird (305 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Reliant SE6. (233 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Reliant SE6.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Pontiac Firebird | 1980 Reliant SE6 | |
Make | Pontiac | Reliant |
Model | Firebird | SE6 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3785 cc | 2994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2650 mm |