1967 Cadillac Calais vs. 1970 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, 1970 Reliant Scimitar is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Cadillac Calais. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Cadillac Calais would be higher. At 7,029 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Cadillac Calais is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Cadillac Calais (208 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1970 Reliant Scimitar. (123 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Cadillac Calais should accelerate faster than 1970 Reliant Scimitar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Cadillac Calais weights approximately 800 kg more than 1970 Reliant Scimitar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Cadillac Calais | 1970 Reliant Scimitar | |
| Make | Cadillac | Reliant |
| Model | Calais | Scimitar |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7029 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 23 L |
