1980 Reliant Scimitar vs. 1998 Rover 400
To start off, 1998 Rover 400 is newer by 18 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 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Reliant Scimitar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Reliant Scimitar (133 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1998 Rover 400. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Reliant Scimitar should accelerate faster than 1998 Rover 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Reliant Scimitar weights approximately 180 kg more than 1998 Rover 400. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Reliant Scimitar is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1980 Reliant Scimitar. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Rover 400, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Rover 400. (182 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1980 Reliant Scimitar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Rover 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Reliant Scimitar | 1998 Rover 400 | |
| Make | Reliant | Rover |
| Model | Scimitar | 400 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 1394 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2630 mm |
