1984 Reliant Scimitar vs. 2011 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2011 Jaguar XJ 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Jaguar XJ (470 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 335 more horse power than 1984 Reliant Scimitar. (135 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1984 Reliant Scimitar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 696 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 Jaguar XJ (574 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 368 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Reliant Scimitar. (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Reliant Scimitar. 2011 Jaguar XJ has automatic transmission and 1984 Reliant Scimitar has manual transmission. 1984 Reliant Scimitar will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Jaguar XJ will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Reliant Scimitar | 2011 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Reliant | Jaguar |
| Model | Scimitar | XJ |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 470 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 574 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1961 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5248 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1448 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 3157 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 82 L |
