1967 Jaguar 240 vs. 1986 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, 1986 Reliant Scimitar is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Jaguar 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Jaguar 240 would be higher. At 2,482 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Jaguar 240 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Reliant Scimitar (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1967 Jaguar 240. (131 HP @ 5550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Reliant Scimitar should accelerate faster than 1967 Jaguar 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Jaguar 240 weights approximately 600 kg more than 1986 Reliant Scimitar.
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, 1967 Jaguar 240 (203 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Reliant Scimitar. (187 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1967 Jaguar 240 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Reliant Scimitar.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Jaguar 240 | 1986 Reliant Scimitar | |
Make | Jaguar | Reliant |
Model | 240 | Scimitar |
Year Released | 1967 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2482 cc | 1809 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 83.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2140 mm |