1989 Audi 80 vs. 1989 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, both 1989 Audi 80 and 1989 Reliant Scimitar were released in the same year (1989). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Audi 80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Reliant Scimitar (75 HP) has 1 more horse power than 1989 Audi 80. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Reliant Scimitar should accelerate faster than 1989 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Audi 80 weights approximately 180 kg more than 1989 Reliant Scimitar.
Because 1989 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 1989 Reliant Scimitar. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Audi 80, 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, 1989 Audi 80 (121 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Reliant Scimitar. (109 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Audi 80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Reliant Scimitar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Audi 80 | 1989 Reliant Scimitar | |
| Make | Audi | Reliant |
| Model | 80 | Scimitar |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 75 HP |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2140 mm |
