1985 Volkswagen Golf vs. 1985 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, both 1985 Volkswagen Golf and 1985 Reliant Scimitar were released in the same year (1985). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Reliant Scimitar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Reliant Scimitar (133 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1985 Volkswagen Golf. (54 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Reliant Scimitar should accelerate faster than 1985 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Reliant Scimitar weights approximately 470 kg more than 1985 Volkswagen Golf. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Reliant Scimitar is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1985 Reliant Scimitar. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Volkswagen Golf, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Volkswagen Golf. (96 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1985 Reliant Scimitar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Volkswagen Golf. 1985 Reliant Scimitar has automatic transmission and 1985 Volkswagen Golf has manual transmission. 1985 Volkswagen Golf will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1985 Reliant Scimitar will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1985 Volkswagen Golf | 1985 Reliant Scimitar | |
Make | Volkswagen | Reliant |
Model | Golf | Scimitar |
Year Released | 1985 | 1985 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1272 cc | 2790 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 54 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 96 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 68.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2640 mm |