1975 Reliant Scimitar vs. 1968 Volvo 120
To start off, 1975 Reliant Scimitar is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Volvo 120 would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Reliant Scimitar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Reliant Scimitar (135 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1968 Volvo 120. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Reliant Scimitar should accelerate faster than 1968 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Reliant Scimitar weights approximately 256 kg more than 1968 Volvo 120. 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, 1975 Reliant Scimitar (236 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Volvo 120. (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1975 Reliant Scimitar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Reliant Scimitar | 1968 Volvo 120 | |
| Make | Reliant | Volvo |
| Model | Scimitar | 120 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2994 cc | 1777 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 236 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.7 mm | 84.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.4 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 45 L |
