1978 Ford Granada vs. 1969 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, 1978 Ford Granada is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Reliant Scimitar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Reliant Scimitar would be higher. At 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Reliant Scimitar (123 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1978 Ford Granada. (96 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Reliant Scimitar should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Ford Granada weights approximately 310 kg more than 1969 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, 1978 Ford Granada (284 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Reliant Scimitar. (266 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1978 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Reliant Scimitar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Ford Granada | 1969 Reliant Scimitar | |
| Make | Ford | Reliant |
| Model | Granada | Scimitar |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4092 cc | 2992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 284 Nm | 266 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2540 mm |
