1977 Buick Regal vs. 1987 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, 1987 Reliant Scimitar is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Buick Regal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Buick Regal would be higher. At 3,214 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Buick Regal (89 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1987 Reliant Scimitar. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 1987 Reliant Scimitar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Buick Regal weights approximately 590 kg more than 1987 Reliant Scimitar. 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, 1977 Buick Regal (224 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Reliant Scimitar. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1977 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Reliant Scimitar.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Buick Regal | 1987 Reliant Scimitar | |
Make | Buick | Reliant |
Model | Regal | Scimitar |
Year Released | 1977 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3214 cc | 1296 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2140 mm |