1982 Ford Thunderbird vs. 1998 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, 1998 Reliant Scimitar is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Ford Thunderbird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Ford Thunderbird would be higher. At 3,275 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Ford Thunderbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Reliant Scimitar (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1982 Ford Thunderbird. (87 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Reliant Scimitar should accelerate faster than 1982 Ford Thunderbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 543 kg more than 1998 Reliant Scimitar.
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, 1982 Ford Thunderbird (209 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Reliant Scimitar. (127 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1982 Ford Thunderbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Reliant Scimitar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ford Thunderbird | 1998 Reliant Scimitar | |
| Make | Ford | Reliant |
| Model | Thunderbird | Scimitar |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3275 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1436 kg | 893 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2140 mm |
