1983 Reliant Scimitar vs. 2008 Toyota MR2
To start off, 2008 Toyota MR2 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Reliant Scimitar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Reliant Scimitar would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Reliant Scimitar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota MR2 (138 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1983 Reliant Scimitar. (133 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota MR2 should accelerate faster than 1983 Reliant Scimitar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Reliant Scimitar weights approximately 235 kg more than 2008 Toyota MR2.
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 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota MR2. (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1983 Reliant Scimitar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota MR2.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Reliant Scimitar | 2008 Toyota MR2 | |
Make | Reliant | Toyota |
Model | Scimitar | MR2 |
Year Released | 1983 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2792 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 79.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 mm | 91.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1065 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2460 mm |