1964 Reliant Scimitar vs. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 41 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 2,995 cc, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser (129 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1964 Reliant Scimitar. (120 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1964 Reliant Scimitar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 943 kg more than 1964 Reliant Scimitar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Reliant Scimitar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser (343 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Reliant Scimitar. (190 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Reliant Scimitar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Reliant Scimitar | 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Reliant | Toyota |
| Model | Scimitar | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2553 cc | 2995 cc |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 21.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1003 kg | 1946 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2760 mm |
