1973 Buick Skylark vs. 1986 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, 1986 Reliant Scimitar is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Buick Skylark. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Buick Skylark would be higher. At 5,724 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Buick Skylark (150 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1986 Reliant Scimitar. (133 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 1986 Reliant Scimitar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Buick Skylark weights approximately 340 kg more than 1986 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, 1973 Buick Skylark (366 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Reliant Scimitar. (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1973 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Reliant Scimitar. 1986 Reliant Scimitar has automatic transmission and 1973 Buick Skylark has manual transmission. 1973 Buick Skylark will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1986 Reliant Scimitar will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Buick Skylark | 1986 Reliant Scimitar | |
| Make | Buick | Reliant |
| Model | Skylark | Scimitar |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5724 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 27 L |
