1974 Plymouth Trail Duster vs. 1990 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, 1990 Reliant Scimitar is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster would be higher. At 6,555 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster (182 HP) has 107 more horse power than 1990 Reliant Scimitar. (75 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster should accelerate faster than 1990 Reliant Scimitar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster weights approximately 980 kg more than 1990 Reliant Scimitar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Reliant Scimitar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster 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, 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster (414 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 304 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Reliant Scimitar. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Reliant Scimitar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster | 1990 Reliant Scimitar | |
| Make | Plymouth | Reliant |
| Model | Trail Duster | Scimitar |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1990 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6555 cc | 1392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 75 HP |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2140 mm |
