1980 Holden Commodore vs. 1980 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, both 1980 Holden Commodore and 1980 Reliant Scimitar were released in the same year (1980). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,838 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Reliant Scimitar (133 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1980 Holden Commodore. (102 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Reliant Scimitar should accelerate faster than 1980 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Reliant Scimitar weights approximately 45 kg more than 1980 Holden Commodore. 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, 1980 Reliant Scimitar (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Holden Commodore. (192 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1980 Reliant Scimitar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Holden Commodore. 1980 Reliant Scimitar has automatic transmission and 1980 Holden Commodore has manual transmission. 1980 Holden Commodore will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1980 Reliant Scimitar will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Holden Commodore | 1980 Reliant Scimitar | |
Make | Holden | Reliant |
Model | Commodore | Scimitar |
Year Released | 1980 | 1980 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2838 cc | 2790 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 192 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1265 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2640 mm |