1983 Pontiac 6000 vs. 1983 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, both 1983 Pontiac 6000 and 1983 Reliant Scimitar were released in the same year (1983). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 44 more horse power than 1983 Pontiac 6000. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Reliant Scimitar should accelerate faster than 1983 Pontiac 6000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Pontiac 6000 weights approximately 10 kg more than 1983 Reliant Scimitar.
Because 1983 Reliant Scimitar is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1983 Reliant Scimitar. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Pontiac 6000, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Pontiac 6000. (183 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1983 Reliant Scimitar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Pontiac 6000.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Pontiac 6000 | 1983 Reliant Scimitar | |
Make | Pontiac | Reliant |
Model | 6000 | Scimitar |
Year Released | 1983 | 1983 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2474 cc | 2792 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2640 mm |