1984 Reliant Scimitar vs. 1968 Volvo 120
To start off, 1984 Reliant Scimitar is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Volvo 120 would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Reliant Scimitar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Reliant Scimitar (133 HP) has 66 more horse power than 1968 Volvo 120. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Reliant Scimitar should accelerate faster than 1968 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Reliant Scimitar weights approximately 290 kg more than 1968 Volvo 120. 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, 1984 Reliant Scimitar (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Volvo 120. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1984 Reliant Scimitar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Reliant Scimitar | 1968 Volvo 120 | |
| Make | Reliant | Volvo |
| Model | Scimitar | 120 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 1777 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 84.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2610 mm |
