2006 Jeep Liberty vs. 1982 Reliant SE6
To start off, 2006 Jeep Liberty is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Reliant SE6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Reliant SE6 would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jeep Liberty (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1982 Reliant SE6. (133 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jeep Liberty should accelerate faster than 1982 Reliant SE6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 781 kg more than 1982 Reliant SE6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Jeep Liberty is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Reliant SE6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Jeep Liberty 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 Jeep Liberty (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Reliant SE6. (233 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Jeep Liberty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Reliant SE6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Jeep Liberty | 1982 Reliant SE6 | |
| Make | Jeep | Reliant |
| Model | Liberty | SE6 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 2992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2031 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2650 mm |
