1969 Dodge Challenger vs. 1998 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, 1998 Reliant Scimitar is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Dodge Challenger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Dodge Challenger would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Dodge Challenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Dodge Challenger (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1998 Reliant Scimitar. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Dodge Challenger should accelerate faster than 1998 Reliant Scimitar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Dodge Challenger weights approximately 522 kg more than 1998 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, 1969 Dodge Challenger (233 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Reliant Scimitar. (127 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1969 Dodge Challenger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Reliant Scimitar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Dodge Challenger | 1998 Reliant Scimitar | |
| Make | Dodge | Reliant |
| Model | Challenger | Scimitar |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 233 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 893 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2140 mm |
