1986 Reliant Scimitar vs. 2005 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2005 Skoda Octavia is newer by 19 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 1,809 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Reliant Scimitar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Reliant Scimitar (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2005 Skoda Octavia. (99 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Reliant Scimitar should accelerate faster than 2005 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 415 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, 2005 Skoda Octavia, 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 (187 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Skoda Octavia. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1986 Reliant Scimitar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Reliant Scimitar | 2005 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Reliant | Skoda |
| Model | Scimitar | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1809 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2580 mm |
