1986 Reliant Scimitar vs. 1996 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1996 Toyota Carina is newer by 10 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 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 28 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Carina. (105 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Reliant Scimitar should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Reliant Scimitar weights approximately 119 kg more than 1996 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1996 Toyota Carina, 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 Reliant Scimitar (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Carina. (136 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1986 Reliant Scimitar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Reliant Scimitar | 1996 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Reliant | Toyota |
Model | Scimitar | Carina |
Year Released | 1986 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2792 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 136 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 mm | 70 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1146 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1420 mm |