1987 Reliant Scimitar vs. 1985 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1987 Reliant Scimitar is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Subaru Leone is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Subaru Leone (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1987 Reliant Scimitar. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Subaru Leone should accelerate faster than 1987 Reliant Scimitar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Subaru Leone weights approximately 270 kg more than 1987 Reliant Scimitar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Subaru Leone is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Reliant Scimitar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Subaru Leone 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, 1985 Subaru Leone (137 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Reliant Scimitar. (109 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1985 Subaru Leone will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Reliant Scimitar.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Reliant Scimitar | 1985 Subaru Leone | |
Make | Reliant | Subaru |
Model | Scimitar | Leone |
Year Released | 1987 | 1985 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1392 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 109 Nm | 137 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2470 mm |