1987 Volvo 760 vs. 1975 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, 1987 Volvo 760 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Reliant Scimitar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Reliant Scimitar would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Reliant Scimitar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Reliant Scimitar (135 HP) has 27 more horse power than 1987 Volvo 760. (108 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Reliant Scimitar should accelerate faster than 1987 Volvo 760. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Volvo 760 weights approximately 124 kg more than 1975 Reliant Scimitar.
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, 1975 Reliant Scimitar (236 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Volvo 760. (205 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1975 Reliant Scimitar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Volvo 760.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Volvo 760 | 1975 Reliant Scimitar | |
| Make | Volvo | Reliant |
| Model | 760 | Scimitar |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2383 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 135 HP |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.6 mm | 93.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 72.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1266 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 27 L |
