1979 Reliant Scimitar vs. 2002 Toyota Solara
To start off, 2002 Toyota Solara is newer by 23 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, 2002 Toyota Solara (162 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1979 Reliant Scimitar. (136 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Solara should accelerate faster than 1979 Reliant Scimitar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Solara weights approximately 130 kg more than 1979 Reliant Scimitar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2002 Toyota Solara, 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 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota Solara. (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 Reliant Scimitar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota Solara.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Reliant Scimitar | 2002 Toyota Solara | |
Make | Reliant | Toyota |
Model | Scimitar | Solara |
Year Released | 1979 | 2002 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2994 cc | 2438 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 136 HP | 162 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 236 Nm | 224 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.7 mm | 88.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72.4 mm | 96 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2680 mm |