1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne vs. 1983 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, 1983 Reliant Scimitar is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne would be higher. At 5,317 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne (240 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1983 Reliant Scimitar. (133 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne should accelerate faster than 1983 Reliant Scimitar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne weights approximately 460 kg more than 1983 Reliant Scimitar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne (441 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Reliant Scimitar. (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Reliant Scimitar.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne | 1983 Reliant Scimitar | |
Make | Pontiac | Reliant |
Model | Grande Parisienne | Scimitar |
Year Released | 1968 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5317 cc | 2792 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 441 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.3 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.5 mm | 68.5 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2640 mm |