1988 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1990 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, 1990 Reliant Scimitar is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 2,835 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Chevrolet Camaro (133 HP) has 58 more horse power than 1990 Reliant Scimitar. (75 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1990 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, 1988 Chevrolet Camaro (223 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Reliant Scimitar. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Reliant Scimitar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Chevrolet Camaro | 1990 Reliant Scimitar | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Reliant |
| Model | Camaro | Scimitar |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2835 cc | 1392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 75 HP |
| Torque | 223 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 74 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2140 mm |
