1980 Reliant Scimitar vs. 2010 Nissan Grand Livina
To start off, 2010 Nissan Grand Livina 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 25 more horse power than 2010 Nissan Grand Livina. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Reliant Scimitar should accelerate faster than 2010 Nissan Grand Livina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Grand Livina weights approximately 67 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 Nissan Grand Livina, 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 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan Grand Livina. (153 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1980 Reliant Scimitar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan Grand Livina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Reliant Scimitar | 2010 Nissan Grand Livina | |
| Make | Reliant | Nissan |
| Model | Scimitar | Grand Livina |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2790 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1332 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2610 mm |
