1972 Reliant Scimitar vs. 2010 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2010 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Reliant Scimitar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Reliant Scimitar would be higher. At 4,367 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Land Rover Range Rover (311 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1972 Reliant Scimitar. (138 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1972 Reliant Scimitar.
Because 2010 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Reliant Scimitar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Land Rover Range Rover will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Land Rover Range Rover (700 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 440 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Reliant Scimitar. (260 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Reliant Scimitar. 2010 Land Rover Range Rover 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. 2010 Land Rover Range Rover will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Reliant Scimitar | 2010 Land Rover Range Rover | |
Make | Reliant | Land Rover |
Model | Scimitar | Range Rover |
Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 4367 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 311 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 700 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4973 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 2035 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1877 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2891 mm |