1976 Ford Escort vs. 1994 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, 1994 Reliant Scimitar is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Reliant Scimitar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Reliant Scimitar (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1976 Ford Escort. (45 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Reliant Scimitar should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Reliant Scimitar weights approximately 18 kg more than 1976 Ford Escort. 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, 1994 Reliant Scimitar (127 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Escort. (60 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1994 Reliant Scimitar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Ford Escort | 1994 Reliant Scimitar | |
Make | Ford | Reliant |
Model | Escort | Scimitar |
Year Released | 1976 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 939 cc | 1398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 45 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 60 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 876 kg | 894 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2140 mm |