1971 Reliant Scimitar vs. 1968 Volvo 120
To start off, 1971 Reliant Scimitar is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Volvo 120 would be higher. At 2,992 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Reliant Scimitar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Reliant Scimitar (123 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1968 Volvo 120. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Reliant Scimitar should accelerate faster than 1968 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Reliant Scimitar weights approximately 180 kg more than 1968 Volvo 120. 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, 1971 Reliant Scimitar (266 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Volvo 120. (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1971 Reliant Scimitar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Reliant Scimitar | 1968 Volvo 120 | |
| Make | Reliant | Volvo |
| Model | Scimitar | 120 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2992 cc | 1777 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 266 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2610 mm |
