1979 Reliant Scimitar vs. 1994 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 1994 Suzuki Vitara is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Reliant Scimitar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Reliant Scimitar would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Reliant Scimitar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Reliant Scimitar (136 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1994 Suzuki Vitara. (94 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Reliant Scimitar should accelerate faster than 1994 Suzuki Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Reliant Scimitar weights approximately 220 kg more than 1994 Suzuki Vitara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Suzuki Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Reliant Scimitar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Suzuki Vitara will offer significantly more control. 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 Reliant Scimitar (236 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Suzuki Vitara. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 Reliant Scimitar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Suzuki Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Reliant Scimitar | 1994 Suzuki Vitara | |
| Make | Reliant | Suzuki |
| Model | Scimitar | Vitara |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2994 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 236 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.7 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2210 mm |
