1986 Reliant Scimitar vs. 2010 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2010 Land Rover Defender is newer by 24 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 13 more horse power than 2010 Land Rover Defender. (120 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Reliant Scimitar should accelerate faster than 2010 Land Rover Defender. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 1443 kg more than 1986 Reliant Scimitar.
Because 2010 Land Rover Defender 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, 2010 Land Rover Defender 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, 2010 Land Rover Defender (360 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Reliant Scimitar. (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Reliant Scimitar.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Reliant Scimitar | 2010 Land Rover Defender | |
Make | Reliant | Land Rover |
Model | Scimitar | Defender |
Year Released | 1986 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2792 cc | 2402 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 89.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 mm | 94.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 17.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 2708 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 2030 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 75 L |