1974 Reliant Scimitar vs. 2013 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2013 Toyota Sienna is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Reliant Scimitar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Reliant Scimitar would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Sienna (262 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1974 Reliant Scimitar. (123 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1974 Reliant Scimitar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 855 kg more than 1974 Reliant Scimitar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Toyota Sienna is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Reliant Scimitar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Sienna 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, 2013 Toyota Sienna (332 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Reliant Scimitar. (267 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Reliant Scimitar. 2013 Toyota Sienna has automatic transmission and 1974 Reliant Scimitar has manual transmission. 1974 Reliant Scimitar will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Toyota Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1974 Reliant Scimitar | 2013 Toyota Sienna | |
Make | Reliant | Toyota |
Model | Scimitar | Sienna |
Year Released | 1974 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2994 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 262 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 267 Nm | 332 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 2045 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 5085 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1985 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1811 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 3030 mm |