1982 Reliant Scimitar vs. 1983 Volvo 740
To start off, 1983 Volvo 740 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Reliant Scimitar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Reliant Scimitar would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Reliant Scimitar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Reliant Scimitar (133 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1983 Volvo 740. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Reliant Scimitar should accelerate faster than 1983 Volvo 740. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Reliant Scimitar weights approximately 28 kg more than 1983 Volvo 740. 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, 1982 Reliant Scimitar (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Volvo 740. (190 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1982 Reliant Scimitar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Volvo 740.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Reliant Scimitar | 1983 Volvo 740 | |
| Make | Reliant | Volvo |
| Model | Scimitar | 740 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 2319 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1272 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2780 mm |
