2006 Ford Expedition vs. 1981 Reliant SE6
To start off, 2006 Ford Expedition is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Reliant SE6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Reliant SE6 would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Expedition (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1981 Reliant SE6. (133 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1981 Reliant SE6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Expedition weights approximately 465 kg more than 1981 Reliant SE6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Reliant SE6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Expedition will offer significantly more control. 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 Ford Expedition (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Reliant SE6. (233 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Reliant SE6. 2006 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 1981 Reliant SE6 has manual transmission. 1981 Reliant SE6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Expedition | 1981 Reliant SE6 | |
| Make | Ford | Reliant |
| Model | Expedition | SE6 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2650 mm |
