1969 Reliant Scimitar vs. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE
To start off, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Reliant Scimitar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Reliant Scimitar would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE (397 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 274 more horse power than 1969 Reliant Scimitar. (123 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE should accelerate faster than 1969 Reliant Scimitar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE weights approximately 1435 kg more than 1969 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, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Reliant Scimitar. (266 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Reliant Scimitar. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE has automatic transmission and 1969 Reliant Scimitar has manual transmission. 1969 Reliant Scimitar will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1969 Reliant Scimitar | 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE | |
Make | Reliant | Cadillac |
Model | Scimitar | ESCALADE |
Year Released | 1969 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2992 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 397 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 266 Nm | 565 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 2625 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 5662 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 2009 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1918 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 3302 mm |