2004 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 1974 Reliant Rebel
To start off, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Reliant Rebel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Reliant Rebel would be higher. At 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country (215 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1974 Reliant Rebel. (31 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1974 Reliant Rebel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 1325 kg more than 1974 Reliant Rebel. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 Reliant Rebel is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1974 Reliant Rebel. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country (339 Nm) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Reliant Rebel. (52 Nm). This means 2004 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Reliant Rebel.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chrysler Town & Country | 1974 Reliant Rebel | |
| Make | Chrysler | Reliant |
| Model | Town & Country | Rebel |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3786 cc | 701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 31 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 60.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 61 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 3510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2270 mm |
