1993 Porsche 993 vs. 1979 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, 1993 Porsche 993 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Reliant Scimitar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Reliant Scimitar would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Porsche 993 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Porsche 993 (282 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1979 Reliant Scimitar. (136 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 1979 Reliant Scimitar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Porsche 993 weights approximately 155 kg more than 1979 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, 1993 Porsche 993 (347 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Reliant Scimitar. (236 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Porsche 993 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Reliant Scimitar.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Porsche 993 | 1979 Reliant Scimitar | |
Make | Porsche | Reliant |
Model | 993 | Scimitar |
Year Released | 1993 | 1979 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 2994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 347 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1265 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2640 mm |