2007 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 1979 Reliant SE6
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Reliant SE6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Reliant SE6 would be higher. At 3,565 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina (254 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1979 Reliant SE6. (133 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 1979 Reliant SE6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 342 kg more than 1979 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, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Reliant SE6. (233 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Reliant SE6. 2007 Chevrolet Lumina has automatic transmission and 1979 Reliant SE6 has manual transmission. 1979 Reliant SE6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Chevrolet Lumina will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Chevrolet Lumina | 1979 Reliant SE6 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Reliant |
Model | Lumina | SE6 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3565 cc | 2994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 254 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1592 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2650 mm |