1987 Plymouth Turismo vs. 1996 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, 1996 Reliant Scimitar is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Plymouth Turismo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Plymouth Turismo would be higher. At 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Plymouth Turismo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Reliant Scimitar (105 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1987 Plymouth Turismo. (96 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Reliant Scimitar should accelerate faster than 1987 Plymouth Turismo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Plymouth Turismo weights approximately 177 kg more than 1996 Reliant Scimitar.
Because 1996 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 1996 Reliant Scimitar. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Plymouth Turismo, 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, 1987 Plymouth Turismo (161 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Reliant Scimitar. (127 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1987 Plymouth Turismo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Reliant Scimitar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Plymouth Turismo | 1996 Reliant Scimitar | |
| Make | Plymouth | Reliant |
| Model | Turismo | Scimitar |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 893 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2140 mm |
