1980 Reliant Scimitar vs. 1984 Reliant SE6
To start off, 1984 Reliant SE6 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Reliant Scimitar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Reliant Scimitar would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Reliant SE6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 133 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Reliant Scimitar weights approximately 15 kg more than 1984 Reliant SE6.
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, 1984 Reliant SE6 (233 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Reliant Scimitar. (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 Reliant SE6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Reliant Scimitar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Reliant Scimitar | 1984 Reliant SE6 | |
| Make | Reliant | Reliant |
| Model | Scimitar | SE6 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2790 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2650 mm |
