1986 Reliant Scimitar vs. 1970 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1986 Reliant Scimitar is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Reliant Scimitar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Reliant Scimitar (133 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1970 Toyota Crown. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Reliant Scimitar should accelerate faster than 1970 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Reliant Scimitar weights approximately 46 kg more than 1970 Toyota Crown. 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 Reliant Scimitar (207 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Toyota Crown. (174 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1986 Reliant Scimitar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Reliant Scimitar | 1970 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Reliant | Toyota |
| Model | Scimitar | Crown |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 2253 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 207 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1254 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2700 mm |
