1985 Reliant Scimitar vs. 2010 Subaru Outback Sport
To start off, 2010 Subaru Outback Sport is newer by 25 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Subaru Outback Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Subaru Outback Sport (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1985 Reliant Scimitar. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Outback Sport should accelerate faster than 1985 Reliant Scimitar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Subaru Outback Sport weights approximately 570 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 2010 Subaru Outback Sport is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Reliant Scimitar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Outback Sport 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, 2010 Subaru Outback Sport (230 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Reliant Scimitar. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Subaru Outback Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Reliant Scimitar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Reliant Scimitar | 2010 Subaru Outback Sport | |
| Make | Reliant | Subaru |
| Model | Scimitar | Outback Sport |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2619 mm |
