1986 Mercedes-Benz 190 vs. 1998 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, 1998 Reliant Scimitar is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Mercedes-Benz 190. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Mercedes-Benz 190 would be higher. At 2,299 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Mercedes-Benz 190 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 190 (132 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1998 Reliant Scimitar. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 190 should accelerate faster than 1998 Reliant Scimitar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 190 weights approximately 327 kg more than 1998 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, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 190 (198 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Reliant Scimitar. (127 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1986 Mercedes-Benz 190 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Reliant Scimitar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Mercedes-Benz 190 | 1998 Reliant Scimitar | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Reliant |
| Model | 190 | Scimitar |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2299 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 132 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 198 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 893 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2140 mm |
