1986 Reliant Scimitar vs. 2013 Porsche Boxter
To start off, 2013 Porsche Boxter is newer by 27 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. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Boxter (261 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1986 Reliant Scimitar. (133 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Boxter should accelerate faster than 1986 Reliant Scimitar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Boxter weights approximately 45 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 2013 Porsche Boxter 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, 2013 Porsche Boxter 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, 2013 Porsche Boxter (279 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Reliant Scimitar. (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Boxter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Reliant Scimitar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Reliant Scimitar | 2013 Porsche Boxter | |
| Make | Reliant | Porsche |
| Model | Scimitar | Boxter |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 279 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 12.5 : 1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4374 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1979 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1282 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2475 mm |
