1985 Reliant Scimitar vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 28 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 6,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz C (445 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 350 more horse power than 1985 Reliant Scimitar. (95 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1985 Reliant Scimitar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 843 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.
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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz C (601 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 469 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Reliant Scimitar. (132 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Reliant Scimitar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Reliant Scimitar | 2013 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Reliant | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Scimitar | C |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 6300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 445 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 601 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 887 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4707 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 2008 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1433 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2760 mm |
