1984 Reliant Scimitar vs. 2006 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2006 Toyota Corolla is newer by 22 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 21 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Corolla. (114 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Reliant Scimitar should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 285 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, 2006 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, 2006 Toyota Corolla (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Reliant Scimitar. (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Reliant Scimitar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Reliant Scimitar | 2006 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Reliant | Toyota |
| Model | Scimitar | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 82.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 17.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 55 L |
