1990 Lamborghini LM vs. 1982 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, 1990 Lamborghini LM is newer by 8 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 5,167 cc (12 cylinders), 1990 Lamborghini LM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Lamborghini LM (449 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 314 more horse power than 1982 Reliant Scimitar. (135 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Lamborghini LM should accelerate faster than 1982 Reliant Scimitar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Lamborghini LM weights approximately 1435 kg more than 1982 Reliant Scimitar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Lamborghini LM is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Reliant Scimitar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Lamborghini LM will offer significantly more control. 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 Lamborghini LM (510 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 304 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Reliant Scimitar. (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Lamborghini LM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Reliant Scimitar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Lamborghini LM | 1982 Reliant Scimitar | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Reliant |
| Model | LM | Scimitar |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1982 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5167 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 449 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2700 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 169 L | 27 L |
