2007 Mazda RX-8 vs. 1984 Reliant SE6
To start off, 2007 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Reliant SE6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Reliant SE6 would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Reliant SE6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda RX-8 (232 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1984 Reliant SE6. (133 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1984 Reliant SE6.
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, 1984 Reliant SE6 (233 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda RX-8. (216 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1984 Reliant SE6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mazda RX-8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mazda RX-8 | 1984 Reliant SE6 | |
| Make | Mazda | Reliant |
| Model | RX-8 | SE6 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1308 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | V |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2650 mm |
