1980 Lada 2105 vs. 1990 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, 1990 Reliant Scimitar is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Lada 2105. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Lada 2105 would be higher. At 1,458 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Lada 2105 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Reliant Scimitar (75 HP) has 1 more horse power than 1980 Lada 2105. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Reliant Scimitar should accelerate faster than 1980 Lada 2105. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Lada 2105 weights approximately 185 kg more than 1990 Reliant Scimitar.
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 Lada 2105 (118 Nm) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Reliant Scimitar. (110 Nm). This means 1980 Lada 2105 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Reliant Scimitar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Lada 2105 | 1990 Reliant Scimitar | |
| Make | Lada | Reliant |
| Model | 2105 | Scimitar |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1458 cc | 1392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 75 HP |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 74 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2140 mm |
