1986 Reliant Scimitar vs. 1986 Rover 825
To start off, both 1986 Reliant Scimitar and 1986 Rover 825 were released in the same year (1986). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Rover 825 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Reliant Scimitar (135 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1986 Rover 825. (118 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Reliant Scimitar should accelerate faster than 1986 Rover 825. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Rover 825 weights approximately 636 kg more than 1986 Reliant Scimitar.
Because 1986 Reliant Scimitar is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1986 Reliant Scimitar. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Rover 825, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Rover 825 (268 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Reliant Scimitar. (187 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 Rover 825 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Reliant Scimitar.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Reliant Scimitar | 1986 Rover 825 | |
Make | Reliant | Rover |
Model | Scimitar | 825 |
Year Released | 1986 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1809 cc | 2499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 135 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 268 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 22.0:1 |
Top Speed | 198 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.9 seconds | 11.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1476 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2770 mm |