1989 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1982 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, 1989 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Reliant Scimitar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Reliant Scimitar would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Chevrolet Camaro (238 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1982 Reliant Scimitar. (135 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1982 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, 1989 Chevrolet Camaro (467 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Reliant Scimitar. (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Reliant Scimitar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Chevrolet Camaro | 1982 Reliant Scimitar | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Reliant |
| Model | Camaro | Scimitar |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 467 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 68.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2640 mm |
