1979 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1975 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, 1979 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Reliant Scimitar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Reliant Scimitar would be higher. At 4,097 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Reliant Scimitar (135 HP) has 25 more horse power than 1979 Chevrolet Camaro. (110 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Reliant Scimitar should accelerate faster than 1979 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 289 kg more than 1975 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, 1979 Chevrolet Camaro (252 Nm) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Reliant Scimitar. (236 Nm). This means 1979 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Reliant Scimitar. 1975 Reliant Scimitar has automatic transmission and 1979 Chevrolet Camaro has manual transmission. 1979 Chevrolet Camaro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1975 Reliant Scimitar will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Chevrolet Camaro | 1975 Reliant Scimitar | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Reliant |
| Model | Camaro | Scimitar |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4097 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 135 HP |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 1266 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2640 mm |
