1985 Reliant Scimitar vs. 2002 Toyota Bandeirante
To start off, 2002 Toyota Bandeirante is newer by 17 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 3,660 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Bandeirante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Bandeirante (96 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1985 Reliant Scimitar. (95 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Bandeirante should accelerate faster than 1985 Reliant Scimitar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Bandeirante weights approximately 903 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 2002 Toyota Bandeirante is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Reliant Scimitar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Bandeirante will offer significantly more control. 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, 2002 Toyota Bandeirante (245 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Reliant Scimitar. (132 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Bandeirante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Reliant Scimitar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Reliant Scimitar | 2002 Toyota Bandeirante | |
| Make | Reliant | Toyota |
| Model | Scimitar | Bandeirante |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 3660 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 887 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2290 mm |
