1990 Jaguar XJ6 vs. 1970 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, 1990 Jaguar XJ6 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Reliant Scimitar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Reliant Scimitar would be higher. At 3,239 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Jaguar XJ6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Jaguar XJ6 (200 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1970 Reliant Scimitar. (123 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Jaguar XJ6 should accelerate faster than 1970 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, 1990 Jaguar XJ6 (299 Nm) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Reliant Scimitar. (267 Nm). This means 1990 Jaguar XJ6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Reliant Scimitar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Jaguar XJ6 | 1970 Reliant Scimitar | |
| Make | Jaguar | Reliant |
| Model | XJ6 | Scimitar |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3239 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 299 Nm | 267 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2540 mm |
