1972 Chrysler Sedan vs. 1972 Reliant Scimitar

To start off, both 1972 Chrysler Sedan and 1972 Reliant Scimitar were released in the same year (1972). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,899 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Chrysler Sedan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Chrysler Sedan (252 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1972 Reliant Scimitar. (123 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Chrysler Sedan should accelerate faster than 1972 Reliant Scimitar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Chrysler Sedan weights approximately 380 kg more than 1972 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, 1972 Chrysler Sedan (490 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Reliant Scimitar. (266 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Chrysler Sedan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Reliant Scimitar. 1972 Chrysler Sedan has automatic transmission and 1972 Reliant Scimitar has manual transmission. 1972 Reliant Scimitar will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1972 Chrysler Sedan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1972 Chrysler Sedan 1972 Reliant Scimitar
Make Chrysler Reliant
Model Sedan Scimitar
Year Released 1972 1972
Body Type Sedan Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5899 cc 2994 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 252 HP 123 HP
Engine RPM 4400 RPM 4750 RPM
Torque 490 Nm 266 Nm
Torque RPM 2400 RPM 3000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Doors 4 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1570 kg 1190 kg
Vehicle Length 5010 mm 4350 mm
Vehicle Width 1890 mm 1640 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1330 mm
Wheelbase Size 2930 mm 2520 mm


 

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