1990 Jaguar XJR vs. 1971 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, 1990 Jaguar XJR is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Reliant Scimitar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Reliant Scimitar would be higher. At 3,979 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Jaguar XJR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Jaguar XJR (252 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1971 Reliant Scimitar. (123 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 1971 Reliant Scimitar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Jaguar XJR weights approximately 303 kg more than 1971 Reliant Scimitar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 XJR (377 Nm) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Reliant Scimitar. (266 Nm). This means 1990 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Reliant Scimitar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Jaguar XJR | 1971 Reliant Scimitar | |
| Make | Jaguar | Reliant |
| Model | XJR | Scimitar |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3979 cc | 2992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 377 Nm | 266 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1493 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2540 mm |
