1979 Reliant Scimitar vs. 1995 Renault Laguna
To start off, 1995 Renault Laguna is newer by 16 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 23 more horse power than 1995 Renault Laguna. (113 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Reliant Scimitar should accelerate faster than 1995 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Renault Laguna weights approximately 145 kg more than 1979 Reliant Scimitar.
Because 1979 Reliant Scimitar is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1979 Reliant Scimitar. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Renault Laguna, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Renault Laguna. (169 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1979 Reliant Scimitar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Reliant Scimitar | 1995 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Reliant | Renault |
| Model | Scimitar | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2994 cc | 2068 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 236 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.7 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.4 mm | 93 mm |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 66 L |
