1980 Ford Escort vs. 1986 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, 1986 Reliant Scimitar is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Ford Escort would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Reliant Scimitar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Reliant Scimitar (133 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1980 Ford Escort. (45 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Reliant Scimitar should accelerate faster than 1980 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Reliant Scimitar weights approximately 390 kg more than 1980 Ford Escort. 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, 1986 Reliant Scimitar (207 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ford Escort. (60 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1986 Reliant Scimitar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Ford Escort | 1986 Reliant Scimitar | |
Make | Ford | Reliant |
Model | Escort | Scimitar |
Year Released | 1980 | 1986 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 939 cc | 2792 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 45 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 60 Nm | 207 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2640 mm |