1987 Ford Sierra vs. 1980 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, 1987 Ford Sierra is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Reliant Scimitar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Reliant Scimitar would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Reliant Scimitar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Reliant Scimitar (133 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1987 Ford Sierra. (113 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Reliant Scimitar should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Reliant Scimitar weights approximately 210 kg more than 1987 Ford Sierra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Reliant Scimitar (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Sierra. (180 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1980 Reliant Scimitar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Sierra | 1980 Reliant Scimitar | |
| Make | Ford | Reliant |
| Model | Sierra | Scimitar |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2294 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 68.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2640 mm |
