1982 Pontiac 1000 vs. 1983 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, 1983 Reliant Scimitar is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Pontiac 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Pontiac 1000 would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Reliant Scimitar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Reliant Scimitar (133 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1982 Pontiac 1000. (52 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Reliant Scimitar should accelerate faster than 1982 Pontiac 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Reliant Scimitar weights approximately 245 kg more than 1982 Pontiac 1000. 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, 1983 Reliant Scimitar (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Pontiac 1000. (99 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1983 Reliant Scimitar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Pontiac 1000. 1983 Reliant Scimitar has automatic transmission and 1982 Pontiac 1000 has manual transmission. 1982 Pontiac 1000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1983 Reliant Scimitar will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Pontiac 1000 | 1983 Reliant Scimitar | |
| Make | Pontiac | Reliant |
| Model | 1000 | Scimitar |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1817 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2640 mm |
