2006 Honda Accord vs. 1985 Reliant SE6
To start off, 2006 Honda Accord is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Reliant SE6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Reliant SE6 would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Reliant SE6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Accord (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1985 Reliant SE6. (133 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1985 Reliant SE6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Reliant SE6 weights approximately 179 kg more than 2006 Honda Accord.
Because 1985 Reliant SE6 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 1985 Reliant SE6. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord, 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, 1985 Reliant SE6 (233 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Accord. (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1985 Reliant SE6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Accord | 1985 Reliant SE6 | |
| Make | Honda | Reliant |
| Model | Accord | SE6 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2358 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1254 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2650 mm |
