1987 Nissan Silvia vs. 1997 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, 1997 Reliant Scimitar is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Nissan Silvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Nissan Silvia would be higher. At 1,809 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Nissan Silvia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Nissan Silvia (133 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1997 Reliant Scimitar. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Nissan Silvia should accelerate faster than 1997 Reliant Scimitar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Nissan Silvia weights approximately 307 kg more than 1997 Reliant Scimitar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1987 Nissan Silvia (179 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Reliant Scimitar. (127 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1987 Nissan Silvia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Reliant Scimitar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Nissan Silvia | 1997 Reliant Scimitar | |
| Make | Nissan | Reliant |
| Model | Silvia | Scimitar |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1809 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 893 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2140 mm |
