1984 Reliant Scimitar vs. 1987 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1987 Toyota Corolla is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Reliant Scimitar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Reliant Scimitar 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 (135 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1987 Toyota Corolla. (74 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Reliant Scimitar should accelerate faster than 1987 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Reliant Scimitar weights approximately 340 kg more than 1987 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 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 1984 Reliant Scimitar. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Toyota Corolla, 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, 1984 Reliant Scimitar (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Toyota Corolla. (100 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1984 Reliant Scimitar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Reliant Scimitar | 1987 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Reliant | Toyota |
| Model | Scimitar | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 mm | 71 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 70 L |
