2009 Ford E-150 vs. 1985 Reliant SE6
To start off, 2009 Ford E-150 is newer by 24 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 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford E-150 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1985 Reliant SE6. (133 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 1985 Reliant SE6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Reliant SE6 weights approximately 288 kg more than 2009 Ford E-150.
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, 2009 Ford E-150 (389 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Reliant SE6. (233 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Reliant SE6. 2009 Ford E-150 has automatic transmission and 1985 Reliant SE6 has manual transmission. 1985 Reliant SE6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Ford E-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford E-150 | 1985 Reliant SE6 | |
Make | Ford | Reliant |
Model | E-150 | SE6 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4606 cc | 2994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 389 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1254 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5520 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2650 mm |