1981 Reliant Scimitar vs. 2004 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2004 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 23 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 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Sequoia (240 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1981 Reliant Scimitar. (135 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1981 Reliant Scimitar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 1048 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Toyota Sequoia (427 Nm) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Reliant Scimitar. (207 Nm). This means 2004 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Reliant Scimitar.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Reliant Scimitar | 2004 Toyota Sequoia | |
Make | Reliant | Toyota |
Model | Scimitar | Sequoia |
Year Released | 1981 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2792 cc | 4671 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 135 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 207 Nm | 427 Nm |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 2313 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 3100 mm |