1986 Reliant Scimitar vs. 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 7 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 4,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser (168 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1986 Reliant Scimitar. (135 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1986 Reliant Scimitar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1310 kg more than 1986 Reliant Scimitar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Reliant Scimitar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser will offer significantly more control. 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, 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser (380 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Reliant Scimitar. (187 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Reliant Scimitar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Reliant Scimitar | 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Reliant | Toyota |
| Model | Scimitar | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1809 cc | 4164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 2150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2860 mm |
