1986 Reliant Scimitar vs. 1990 Renault Espace
To start off, 1990 Renault Espace is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Reliant Scimitar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Reliant Scimitar would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Reliant Scimitar (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1990 Renault Espace. (113 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Reliant Scimitar should accelerate faster than 1990 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Renault Espace weights approximately 360 kg more than 1986 Reliant Scimitar.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 Reliant Scimitar (187 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Renault Espace. (163 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Reliant Scimitar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Reliant Scimitar | 1990 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Reliant | Renault |
| Model | Scimitar | Espace |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1809 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2590 mm |
