1964 Reliant Scimitar vs. 2001 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2001 Renault Laguna is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Reliant Scimitar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Reliant Scimitar would be higher. At 2,553 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Reliant Scimitar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Reliant Scimitar (120 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2001 Renault Laguna. (111 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Reliant Scimitar should accelerate faster than 2001 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Renault Laguna weights approximately 427 kg more than 1964 Reliant Scimitar.
Because 1964 Reliant Scimitar 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 1964 Reliant Scimitar. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Renault Laguna, 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, 1964 Reliant Scimitar (190 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Renault Laguna. (153 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1964 Reliant Scimitar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Reliant Scimitar | 2001 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Reliant | Renault |
| Model | Scimitar | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2553 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Top Speed | 188 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1003 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2480 mm |
