1973 Reliant Scimitar vs. 2011 Ford Expedition

To start off, 2011 Ford Expedition is newer by 38 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Expedition (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1973 Reliant Scimitar. (123 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1973 Reliant Scimitar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1481 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.

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, 2011 Ford Expedition (494 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Reliant Scimitar. (266 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Reliant Scimitar. 2011 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 1973 Reliant Scimitar has manual transmission. 1973 Reliant Scimitar will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1973 Reliant Scimitar 2011 Ford Expedition
Make Reliant Ford
Model Scimitar Expedition
Year Released 1973 2011
Body Type Coupe SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2994 cc 5400 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 123 HP 310 HP
Engine RPM 4750 RPM 5100 RPM
Torque 266 Nm 494 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 3600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Flex Fuel
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 8 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1194 kg 2675 kg
Vehicle Length 4350 mm 5621 mm
Vehicle Width 1650 mm 2002 mm
Vehicle Height 1330 mm 1974 mm
Wheelbase Size 2540 mm 3327 mm


 

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