1978 Plymouth Volare vs. 1977 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, 1978 Plymouth Volare is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Reliant Scimitar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Reliant Scimitar would be higher. At 3,685 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Plymouth Volare is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Reliant Scimitar (135 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1978 Plymouth Volare. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Reliant Scimitar should accelerate faster than 1978 Plymouth Volare. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Plymouth Volare weights approximately 220 kg more than 1977 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 Reliant Scimitar (236 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Plymouth Volare. (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1977 Reliant Scimitar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Plymouth Volare.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Plymouth Volare | 1977 Reliant Scimitar | |
Make | Plymouth | Reliant |
Model | Volare | Scimitar |
Year Released | 1978 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3685 cc | 2994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 231 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1265 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2640 mm |