1995 Nissan Serena vs. 1976 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, 1995 Nissan Serena is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Reliant Scimitar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Reliant Scimitar would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Reliant Scimitar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Reliant Scimitar (135 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1995 Nissan Serena. (74 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Reliant Scimitar should accelerate faster than 1995 Nissan Serena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Nissan Serena weights approximately 245 kg more than 1976 Reliant Scimitar.
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, 1976 Reliant Scimitar (236 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Nissan Serena. (145 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1976 Reliant Scimitar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Nissan Serena.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Nissan Serena | 1976 Reliant Scimitar | |
Make | Nissan | Reliant |
Model | Serena | Scimitar |
Year Released | 1995 | 1976 |
Body Type | Van | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2283 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1265 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2620 mm |