1975 Reliant Scimitar vs. 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 29 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 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser (235 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1975 Reliant Scimitar. (135 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1975 Reliant Scimitar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1179 kg more than 1975 Reliant Scimitar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Reliant Scimitar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser (434 Nm) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Reliant Scimitar. (236 Nm). This means 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Reliant Scimitar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Reliant Scimitar | 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Reliant | Toyota |
| Model | Scimitar | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2994 cc | 4671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 236 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.7 mm | 94.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.4 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 2445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 96 L |
