1984 Reliant Scimitar vs. 2005 Subaru Traviq
To start off, 2005 Subaru Traviq is newer by 21 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Subaru Traviq is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Traviq (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1984 Reliant Scimitar. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Traviq should accelerate faster than 1984 Reliant Scimitar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Traviq weights approximately 636 kg more than 1984 Reliant Scimitar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Subaru Traviq (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Reliant Scimitar. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Subaru Traviq will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Reliant Scimitar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Reliant Scimitar | 2005 Subaru Traviq | |
| Make | Reliant | Subaru |
| Model | Scimitar | Traviq |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1476 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2700 mm |
