1975 Reliant Scimitar vs. 1988 TVR S2
To start off, 1988 TVR S2 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Reliant Scimitar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Reliant Scimitar would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Reliant Scimitar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 TVR S2 (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1975 Reliant Scimitar. (138 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 TVR S2 should accelerate faster than 1975 Reliant Scimitar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Reliant Scimitar weights approximately 303 kg more than 1988 TVR S2.
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 (260 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 TVR S2. (233 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1975 Reliant Scimitar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 TVR S2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Reliant Scimitar | 1988 TVR S2 | |
| Make | Reliant | TVR |
| Model | Scimitar | S2 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2994 cc | 2933 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.8 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.4 mm | 72 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1293 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2290 mm |
