1985 Opel Ascona vs. 1976 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, 1985 Opel Ascona is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Reliant Scimitar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Reliant Scimitar would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Reliant Scimitar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Reliant Scimitar (135 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1985 Opel Ascona. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Reliant Scimitar should accelerate faster than 1985 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Reliant Scimitar weights approximately 345 kg more than 1985 Opel Ascona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Reliant Scimitar (236 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1976 Reliant Scimitar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Opel Ascona | 1976 Reliant Scimitar | |
| Make | Opel | Reliant |
| Model | Ascona | Scimitar |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 93.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 72.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 27 L |
