1981 Reliant Scimitar vs. 2000 Toyota Mark II
To start off, 2000 Toyota Mark II is newer by 19 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 2,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Reliant Scimitar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Mark II (156 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1981 Reliant Scimitar. (133 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Mark II should accelerate faster than 1981 Reliant Scimitar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Mark II weights approximately 110 kg more than 1981 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 Reliant Scimitar (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Mark II. (200 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1981 Reliant Scimitar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Mark II. 2000 Toyota Mark II has automatic transmission and 1981 Reliant Scimitar has manual transmission. 1981 Reliant Scimitar will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Toyota Mark II will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Reliant Scimitar | 2000 Toyota Mark II | |
Make | Reliant | Toyota |
Model | Scimitar | Mark II |
Year Released | 1981 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2790 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 156 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2810 mm |