1990 Ford Sierra vs. 1985 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, 1990 Ford Sierra is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Reliant Scimitar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Reliant Scimitar would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Reliant Scimitar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Reliant Scimitar (95 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1990 Ford Sierra. (74 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Reliant Scimitar should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Sierra weights approximately 123 kg more than 1985 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, 1985 Reliant Scimitar (132 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Sierra. (122 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1985 Reliant Scimitar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Ford Sierra | 1985 Reliant Scimitar | |
Make | Ford | Reliant |
Model | Sierra | Scimitar |
Year Released | 1990 | 1985 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 95 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 122 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 887 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2140 mm |