1973 Reliant Scimitar vs. 2003 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2003 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Reliant Scimitar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Reliant Scimitar would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Reliant Scimitar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota RAV4 (145 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1973 Reliant Scimitar. (123 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1973 Reliant Scimitar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 84 kg more than 1973 Reliant Scimitar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Reliant Scimitar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Toyota RAV4 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, 1973 Reliant Scimitar (266 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota RAV4. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1973 Reliant Scimitar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Reliant Scimitar | 2003 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Reliant | Toyota |
| Model | Scimitar | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2994 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 266 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1194 kg | 1278 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2500 mm |
