1974 Holden Torana vs. 1998 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, 1998 Reliant Scimitar is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Holden Torana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Holden Torana would be higher. At 4,143 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Holden Torana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Holden Torana (182 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1998 Reliant Scimitar. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Holden Torana should accelerate faster than 1998 Reliant Scimitar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Holden Torana weights approximately 317 kg more than 1998 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, 1974 Holden Torana (356 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Reliant Scimitar. (127 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1974 Holden Torana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Reliant Scimitar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Holden Torana | 1998 Reliant Scimitar | |
| Make | Holden | Reliant |
| Model | Torana | Scimitar |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4143 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 356 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 893 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2140 mm |
