1980 Reliant Scimitar vs. 2010 Kia Carens
To start off, 2010 Kia Carens is newer by 30 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 2,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Reliant Scimitar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Reliant Scimitar (133 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2010 Kia Carens. (124 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Reliant Scimitar should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Carens. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Carens weights approximately 250 kg more than 1980 Reliant Scimitar.
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, 2010 Kia Carens, 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 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Carens. (163 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1980 Reliant Scimitar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Carens.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Reliant Scimitar | 2010 Kia Carens | |
Make | Reliant | Kia |
Model | Scimitar | Carens |
Year Released | 1980 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2790 cc | 1793 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 163 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 mm | 87 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1515 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2570 mm |