1968 Jaguar 240 vs. 1981 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, 1981 Reliant Scimitar is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Jaguar 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Jaguar 240 would be higher. At 2,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Reliant Scimitar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Reliant Scimitar (133 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1968 Jaguar 240. (131 HP @ 5550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Reliant Scimitar should accelerate faster than 1968 Jaguar 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Jaguar 240 weights approximately 140 kg more than 1981 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, 1981 Reliant Scimitar (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Jaguar 240. (204 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1981 Reliant Scimitar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Jaguar 240.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Jaguar 240 | 1981 Reliant Scimitar | |
Make | Jaguar | Reliant |
Model | 240 | Scimitar |
Year Released | 1968 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2483 cc | 2790 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 204 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 68.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2640 mm |