1989 Lada 2104 vs. 1998 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, 1998 Reliant Scimitar is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Lada 2104. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Lada 2104 would be higher. At 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Reliant Scimitar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Reliant Scimitar (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1989 Lada 2104. (70 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Reliant Scimitar should accelerate faster than 1989 Lada 2104. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Lada 2104 weights approximately 117 kg more than 1998 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, 1998 Reliant Scimitar (127 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Lada 2104. (94 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1998 Reliant Scimitar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Lada 2104.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Lada 2104 | 1998 Reliant Scimitar | |
Make | Lada | Reliant |
Model | 2104 | Scimitar |
Year Released | 1989 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1294 cc | 1398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 94 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 893 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2140 mm |