1985 Opel Senator vs. 1986 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, 1986 Reliant Scimitar is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Opel Senator. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Opel Senator would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Reliant Scimitar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Reliant Scimitar (133 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1985 Opel Senator. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Reliant Scimitar should accelerate faster than 1985 Opel Senator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Opel Senator weights approximately 61 kg more than 1986 Reliant Scimitar.
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, 1986 Reliant Scimitar (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Opel Senator. (186 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1986 Reliant Scimitar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Opel Senator.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Opel Senator | 1986 Reliant Scimitar | |
| Make | Opel | Reliant |
| Model | Senator | Scimitar |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2197 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.5 mm | 68.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2640 mm |
