1979 Porsche 930 vs. 1994 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, 1994 Reliant Scimitar is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Porsche 930. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Porsche 930 would be higher. At 3,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Porsche 930 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Porsche 930 (296 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1994 Reliant Scimitar. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 1994 Reliant Scimitar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Porsche 930 weights approximately 406 kg more than 1994 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, 1979 Porsche 930 (431 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 304 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Reliant Scimitar. (127 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1979 Porsche 930 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Reliant Scimitar.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Porsche 930 | 1994 Reliant Scimitar | |
Make | Porsche | Reliant |
Model | 930 | Scimitar |
Year Released | 1979 | 1994 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3299 cc | 1398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 431 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 894 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2140 mm |