1986 Reliant Scimitar vs. 1973 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1986 Reliant Scimitar is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Toyota Corona 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 44 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Corona. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Reliant Scimitar should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Reliant Scimitar weights approximately 155 kg more than 1973 Toyota Corona. 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 (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota Corona. (144 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1986 Reliant Scimitar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Reliant Scimitar | 1973 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Reliant | Toyota |
| Model | Scimitar | Corona |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2510 mm |
