1985 Reliant Scimitar vs. 2013 Nissan Juke
To start off, 2013 Nissan Juke 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 2,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Reliant Scimitar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Juke (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1985 Reliant Scimitar. (133 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Juke should accelerate faster than 1985 Reliant Scimitar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Juke weights approximately 130 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 2013 Nissan Juke 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, 2013 Nissan Juke 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, 2013 Nissan Juke (240 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Reliant Scimitar. (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan Juke will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Reliant Scimitar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Reliant Scimitar | 2013 Nissan Juke | |
| Make | Reliant | Nissan |
| Model | Scimitar | Juke |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2790 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4125 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2530 mm |
