1994 Reliant Scimitar vs. 2012 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 18 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette (430 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 326 more horse power than 1994 Reliant Scimitar. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1994 Reliant Scimitar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 567 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.
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, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette (574 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 447 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Reliant Scimitar. (127 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Reliant Scimitar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Reliant Scimitar | 2012 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Reliant | Chevrolet |
| Model | Scimitar | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 430 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 574 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1461 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1844 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1247 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2685 mm |
