2004 Ford Mustang vs. 1984 Reliant SE6
To start off, 2004 Ford Mustang is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Reliant SE6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Reliant SE6 would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Mustang (305 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1984 Reliant SE6. (133 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1984 Reliant SE6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Mustang weights approximately 324 kg more than 1984 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 Mustang (434 Nm) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Reliant SE6. (233 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Reliant SE6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Mustang | 1984 Reliant SE6 | |
| Make | Ford | Reliant |
| Model | Mustang | SE6 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1574 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2650 mm |
