1977 Opel Commodore vs. 1982 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, 1982 Reliant Scimitar is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Opel Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Opel Commodore would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Reliant Scimitar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Opel Commodore (141 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1982 Reliant Scimitar. (135 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Opel Commodore should accelerate faster than 1982 Reliant Scimitar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Opel Commodore weights approximately 20 kg more than 1982 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 Opel Commodore (217 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Reliant Scimitar. (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1977 Opel Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Reliant Scimitar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Opel Commodore | 1982 Reliant Scimitar | |
| Make | Opel | Reliant |
| Model | Commodore | Scimitar |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2784 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 68.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 27 L |
