1969 Plymouth Barracuda vs. 1986 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, 1986 Reliant Scimitar is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Plymouth Barracuda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Plymouth Barracuda would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Plymouth Barracuda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Plymouth Barracuda (148 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1986 Reliant Scimitar. (135 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Plymouth Barracuda should accelerate faster than 1986 Reliant Scimitar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Plymouth Barracuda weights approximately 595 kg more than 1986 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 Plymouth Barracuda (352 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Reliant Scimitar. (187 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1969 Plymouth Barracuda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Reliant Scimitar.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Plymouth Barracuda | 1986 Reliant Scimitar | |
Make | Plymouth | Reliant |
Model | Barracuda | Scimitar |
Year Released | 1969 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5210 cc | 1809 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 352 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2140 mm |