1985 Reliant Scimitar vs. 1998 Tata Estate
To start off, 1998 Tata Estate is newer by 13 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. At 1,948 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Tata Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Reliant Scimitar (95 HP) has 28 more horse power than 1998 Tata Estate. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Reliant Scimitar should accelerate faster than 1998 Tata Estate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Tata Estate weights approximately 757 kg more than 1985 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, 1985 Reliant Scimitar (132 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Tata Estate. (118 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1985 Reliant Scimitar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Tata Estate.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Reliant Scimitar | 1998 Tata Estate | |
| Make | Reliant | Tata |
| Model | Scimitar | Estate |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1998 |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 887 kg | 1644 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2830 mm |
