1982 Jeep CJ7 vs. 1982 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, both 1982 Jeep CJ7 and 1982 Reliant Scimitar were released in the same year (1982). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Reliant Scimitar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Reliant Scimitar (135 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1982 Jeep CJ7. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Reliant Scimitar should accelerate faster than 1982 Jeep CJ7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Jeep CJ7 weights approximately 40 kg more than 1982 Reliant Scimitar.
Because 1982 Jeep CJ7 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Reliant Scimitar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Jeep CJ7 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, 1982 Reliant Scimitar (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Jeep CJ7. (128 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1982 Reliant Scimitar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Jeep CJ7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Jeep CJ7 | 1982 Reliant Scimitar | |
| Make | Jeep | Reliant |
| Model | CJ7 | Scimitar |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1982 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2068 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2640 mm |
