1979 Reliant Scimitar vs. 2007 SsangYong Kyron
To start off, 2007 SsangYong Kyron is newer by 28 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, 2007 SsangYong Kyron (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1979 Reliant Scimitar. (136 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 SsangYong Kyron should accelerate faster than 1979 Reliant Scimitar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Kyron weights approximately 736 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 SsangYong Kyron (310 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Reliant Scimitar. (236 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 SsangYong Kyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Reliant Scimitar. 2007 SsangYong Kyron has automatic transmission and 1979 Reliant Scimitar has manual transmission. 1979 Reliant Scimitar will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 SsangYong Kyron will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Reliant Scimitar | 2007 SsangYong Kyron | |
| Make | Reliant | SsangYong |
| Model | Scimitar | Kyron |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2994 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 236 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.7 mm | 86.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.4 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 166 km/hour |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 2001 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 75 L |
