1993 De Tomaso Guara vs. 1985 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, 1993 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Reliant Scimitar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Reliant Scimitar would be higher. At 4,599 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 De Tomaso Guara (397 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 264 more horse power than 1985 Reliant Scimitar. (133 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1985 Reliant Scimitar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Reliant Scimitar weights approximately 131 kg more than 1993 De Tomaso Guara.
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, 1993 De Tomaso Guara (501 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Reliant Scimitar. (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Reliant Scimitar.
Compare all specifications:
1993 De Tomaso Guara | 1985 Reliant Scimitar | |
Make | De Tomaso | Reliant |
Model | Guara | Scimitar |
Year Released | 1993 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4599 cc | 2790 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 397 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 501 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 68.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1134 kg | 1265 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 91 L |