1984 Reliant Scimitar vs. 2011 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 27 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Camaro (426 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 291 more horse power than 1984 Reliant Scimitar. (135 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1984 Reliant Scimitar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 602 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2011 Chevrolet Camaro (569 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 363 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Reliant Scimitar. (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Reliant Scimitar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Reliant Scimitar | 2011 Chevrolet Camaro | |
| Make | Reliant | Chevrolet |
| Model | Scimitar | Camaro |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 426 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 569 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1867 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4836 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1918 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1389 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2852 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 72 L |
