1984 Reliant Scimitar vs. 1995 Renault 19
To start off, 1995 Renault 19 is newer by 11 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Reliant Scimitar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Reliant Scimitar (96 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1995 Renault 19. (79 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Reliant Scimitar should accelerate faster than 1995 Renault 19. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Renault 19 weights approximately 94 kg more than 1984 Reliant Scimitar.
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, 1995 Renault 19, 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 (132 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Renault 19. (110 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1984 Reliant Scimitar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Renault 19.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Reliant Scimitar | 1995 Renault 19 | |
| Make | Reliant | Renault |
| Model | Scimitar | 19 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 75.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 846 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2550 mm |
