1964 Reliant Scimitar vs. 2007 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2007 SsangYong Korando is newer by 43 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 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Reliant Scimitar (120 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2007 SsangYong Korando. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Reliant Scimitar should accelerate faster than 2007 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 862 kg more than 1964 Reliant Scimitar.
Because 2007 SsangYong Korando 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, 2007 SsangYong Korando 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, 2007 SsangYong Korando (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Reliant Scimitar. (190 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2007 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Reliant Scimitar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Reliant Scimitar | 2007 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Reliant | SsangYong |
| Model | Scimitar | Korando |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2553 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 188 km/hour | 143 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1003 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2490 mm |
