1981 Jaguar XJS vs. 1995 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, 1995 Reliant Scimitar is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Jaguar XJS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Jaguar XJS would be higher. At 5,344 cc (12 cylinders), 1981 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Jaguar XJS (299 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1995 Reliant Scimitar. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1995 Reliant Scimitar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 814 kg more than 1995 Reliant Scimitar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1981 Jaguar XJS (431 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 304 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Reliant Scimitar. (127 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1981 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Reliant Scimitar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Jaguar XJS | 1995 Reliant Scimitar | |
| Make | Jaguar | Reliant |
| Model | XJS | Scimitar |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5344 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 299 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 431 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1707 kg | 893 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2140 mm |
