1985 Reliant Scimitar vs. 1987 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1987 Toyota Corolla is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Reliant Scimitar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Reliant Scimitar would be higher. Both 1985 Reliant Scimitar and 1987 Toyota Corolla are equipped with a 1,295 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Toyota Corolla (74 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1985 Reliant Scimitar. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1985 Reliant Scimitar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 160 kg more than 1985 Reliant Scimitar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 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 1985 Reliant Scimitar. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Toyota Corolla, 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, 1987 Toyota Corolla (103 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Reliant Scimitar. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1987 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Reliant Scimitar.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Reliant Scimitar | 1987 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Reliant | Toyota |
Model | Scimitar | Corolla |
Year Released | 1985 | 1987 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1295 cc | 1295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 68 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 103 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2440 mm |