1990 Reliant Scimitar vs. 2000 Honda Life
To start off, 2000 Honda Life is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Reliant Scimitar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Reliant Scimitar would be higher. At 1,392 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Reliant Scimitar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Reliant Scimitar (75 HP) has 28 more horse power than 2000 Honda Life. (47 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Reliant Scimitar should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Reliant Scimitar weights approximately 50 kg more than 2000 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Reliant Scimitar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Honda Life 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 Reliant Scimitar (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1990 Reliant Scimitar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Life. 2000 Honda Life has automatic transmission and 1990 Reliant Scimitar has manual transmission. 1990 Reliant Scimitar will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Honda Life will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Reliant Scimitar | 2000 Honda Life | |
Make | Reliant | Honda |
Model | Scimitar | Life |
Year Released | 1990 | 2000 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1392 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 47 HP |
Torque | 110 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2370 mm |