1981 Reliant Scimitar vs. 1999 Vauxhall Frontera
To start off, 1999 Vauxhall Frontera is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Reliant Scimitar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Reliant Scimitar would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Reliant Scimitar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Reliant Scimitar (135 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1999 Vauxhall Frontera. (115 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Reliant Scimitar should accelerate faster than 1999 Vauxhall Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Vauxhall Frontera weights approximately 555 kg more than 1981 Reliant Scimitar.
Because 1999 Vauxhall Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Reliant Scimitar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Vauxhall Frontera will offer significantly more control. 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, 1999 Vauxhall Frontera (260 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Reliant Scimitar. (207 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Vauxhall Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Reliant Scimitar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Reliant Scimitar | 1999 Vauxhall Frontera | |
| Make | Reliant | Vauxhall |
| Model | Scimitar | Frontera |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 2171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 207 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2470 mm |
