2006 Cadillac CTS vs. 1986 Reliant SE6
To start off, 2006 Cadillac CTS is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Reliant SE6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Reliant SE6 would be higher. At 2,992 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Reliant SE6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac CTS (211 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1986 Reliant SE6. (133 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1986 Reliant SE6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 342 kg more than 1986 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, 2006 Cadillac CTS (263 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Reliant SE6. (233 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Reliant SE6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac CTS | 1986 Reliant SE6 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Reliant |
| Model | CTS | SE6 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2786 cc | 2992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 263 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1592 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2650 mm |
