1984 Reliant Scimitar vs. 2008 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2008 Toyota Celica is newer by 24 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, 2008 Toyota Celica (190 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1984 Reliant Scimitar. (133 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1984 Reliant Scimitar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Reliant Scimitar weights approximately 85 kg more than 2008 Toyota Celica.
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, 2008 Toyota Celica, 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 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Celica. (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 1984 Reliant Scimitar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Reliant Scimitar | 2008 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Reliant | Toyota |
| Model | Scimitar | Celica |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2610 mm |
