1982 Reliant Scimitar vs. 2005 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2005 Toyota Tundra is newer by 23 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 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Tundra (282 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1982 Reliant Scimitar. (133 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1982 Reliant Scimitar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 728 kg more than 1982 Reliant Scimitar. 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, 2005 Toyota Tundra (430 Nm) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Reliant Scimitar. (206 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Reliant Scimitar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Reliant Scimitar | 2005 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Reliant | Toyota |
| Model | Scimitar | Tundra |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 4671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 2028 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 3270 mm |
