2004 Ford Expedition vs. 1975 Reliant SE6
To start off, 2004 Ford Expedition is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Reliant SE6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Reliant SE6 would be higher. At 5,406 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Expedition (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1975 Reliant SE6. (133 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1975 Reliant SE6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1244 kg more than 1975 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, 2004 Ford Expedition (475 Nm) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Reliant SE6. (233 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Reliant SE6. 2004 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 1975 Reliant SE6 has manual transmission. 1975 Reliant SE6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Expedition | 1975 Reliant SE6 | |
| Make | Ford | Reliant |
| Model | Expedition | SE6 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5406 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2494 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2650 mm |
