1970 Reliant Scimitar vs. 2000 Acura EL
To start off, 2000 Acura EL is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Reliant Scimitar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Reliant Scimitar would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Reliant Scimitar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Acura EL (127 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1970 Reliant Scimitar. (123 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Acura EL should accelerate faster than 1970 Reliant Scimitar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Reliant Scimitar weights approximately 111 kg more than 2000 Acura EL.
Because 1970 Reliant Scimitar is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1970 Reliant Scimitar. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Acura EL, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1970 Reliant Scimitar (267 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Acura EL. (145 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1970 Reliant Scimitar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Acura EL.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Reliant Scimitar | 2000 Acura EL | |
| Make | Reliant | Acura |
| Model | Scimitar | EL |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2994 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 267 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1079 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4478 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1704 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1394 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2619 mm |
