1986 Reliant Scimitar vs. 1993 TVR Chimaera
To start off, 1993 TVR Chimaera 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 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 TVR Chimaera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 TVR Chimaera (225 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1986 Reliant Scimitar. (133 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 TVR Chimaera should accelerate faster than 1986 Reliant Scimitar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Reliant Scimitar weights approximately 240 kg more than 1993 TVR Chimaera.
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, 1993 TVR Chimaera (374 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Reliant Scimitar. (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 TVR Chimaera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Reliant Scimitar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Reliant Scimitar | 1993 TVR Chimaera | |
| Make | Reliant | TVR |
| Model | Scimitar | Chimaera |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 3946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 57 L |
