1994 Reliant Scimitar vs. 2013 Lotus Evora
To start off, 2013 Lotus Evora is newer by 19 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. In terms of performance, 2013 Lotus Evora (276 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1994 Reliant Scimitar. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Lotus Evora should accelerate faster than 1994 Reliant Scimitar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Lotus Evora weights approximately 545 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, 2013 Lotus Evora (350 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Reliant Scimitar. (127 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2013 Lotus Evora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Reliant Scimitar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Reliant Scimitar | 2013 Lotus Evora | |
| Make | Reliant | Lotus |
| Model | Scimitar | Evora |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1439 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 2047 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1229 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2575 mm |
