1994 Reliant Scimitar vs. 2005 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2005 SsangYong Musso is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Reliant Scimitar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Reliant Scimitar would be higher. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 SsangYong Musso (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1994 Reliant Scimitar. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 1994 Reliant Scimitar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 972 kg more than 1994 Reliant Scimitar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Reliant Scimitar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Musso 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, 2005 SsangYong Musso (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Reliant Scimitar. (127 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2005 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Reliant Scimitar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Reliant Scimitar | 2005 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Reliant | SsangYong |
| Model | Scimitar | Musso |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1866 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2640 mm |
