1986 Pontiac Grand Safari vs. 1970 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, 1986 Pontiac Grand Safari is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Reliant Scimitar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Reliant Scimitar would be higher. At 5,032 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Pontiac Grand Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Pontiac Grand Safari (138 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1970 Reliant Scimitar. (123 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Pontiac Grand Safari should accelerate faster than 1970 Reliant Scimitar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Pontiac Grand Safari weights approximately 695 kg more than 1970 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 Pontiac Grand Safari (346 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Reliant Scimitar. (267 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Pontiac Grand Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Reliant Scimitar. 1986 Pontiac Grand Safari has automatic transmission and 1970 Reliant Scimitar has manual transmission. 1970 Reliant Scimitar will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1986 Pontiac Grand Safari will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Pontiac Grand Safari | 1970 Reliant Scimitar | |
Make | Pontiac | Reliant |
Model | Grand Safari | Scimitar |
Year Released | 1986 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5032 cc | 2994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 346 Nm | 267 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1885 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5450 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2540 mm |