1984 Reliant Scimitar vs. 2010 Kia Carens
To start off, 2010 Kia Carens is newer by 26 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, 2010 Kia Carens (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1984 Reliant Scimitar. (135 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Carens should accelerate faster than 1984 Reliant Scimitar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Carens weights approximately 366 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.
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, 2010 Kia Carens, 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, 2010 Kia Carens (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Reliant Scimitar. (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Carens will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Reliant Scimitar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Reliant Scimitar | 2010 Kia Carens | |
| Make | Reliant | Kia |
| Model | Scimitar | Carens |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 17.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1631 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 55 L |
