1977 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 1985 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, 1985 Reliant Scimitar is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 5,798 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Reliant Scimitar (133 HP) has 8 more horse power than 1977 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (125 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Reliant Scimitar should accelerate faster than 1977 Oldsmobile Cutlass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 220 kg more than 1985 Reliant Scimitar.
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 Oldsmobile Cutlass (306 Nm) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Reliant Scimitar. (206 Nm). This means 1977 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Reliant Scimitar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Oldsmobile Cutlass | 1985 Reliant Scimitar | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Reliant |
| Model | Cutlass | Scimitar |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5798 cc | 2790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 133 HP |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 103.1 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 68.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2640 mm |
