1986 Reliant Scimitar vs. 1978 Skoda L
To start off, 1986 Reliant Scimitar is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Skoda L 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 89 more horse power than 1978 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Reliant Scimitar should accelerate faster than 1978 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Reliant Scimitar weights approximately 475 kg more than 1978 Skoda L. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 Reliant Scimitar (207 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Reliant Scimitar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Reliant Scimitar | 1978 Skoda L | |
| Make | Reliant | Skoda |
| Model | Scimitar | L |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 207 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 68.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2410 mm |
