1982 Reliant Scimitar vs. 1987 Volvo 760
To start off, 1987 Volvo 760 is newer by 5 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) has 25 more horse power than 1987 Volvo 760. (108 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Reliant Scimitar should accelerate faster than 1987 Volvo 760. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Volvo 760 weights approximately 90 kg more than 1982 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 Reliant Scimitar (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Volvo 760. (205 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1982 Reliant Scimitar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Volvo 760.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Reliant Scimitar | 1987 Volvo 760 | |
| Make | Reliant | Volvo |
| Model | Scimitar | 760 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 2383 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 76.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2780 mm |
