1991 Honda Accord vs. 1997 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, 1997 Reliant Scimitar is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,449 cc (5 cylinders), 1991 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Honda Accord (176 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1997 Reliant Scimitar. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1997 Reliant Scimitar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Honda Accord weights approximately 537 kg more than 1997 Reliant Scimitar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Reliant Scimitar is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1997 Reliant Scimitar. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Honda Accord, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1991 Honda Accord (230 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Reliant Scimitar. (127 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1991 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Reliant Scimitar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Honda Accord | 1997 Reliant Scimitar | |
| Make | Honda | Reliant |
| Model | Accord | Scimitar |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2449 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 176 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 893 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2140 mm |
