1995 Reliant Scimitar vs. 1998 Rover 400
To start off, 1998 Rover 400 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Reliant Scimitar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Reliant Scimitar would be higher. At 1,397 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Reliant Scimitar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Reliant Scimitar (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1998 Rover 400. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Reliant Scimitar should accelerate faster than 1998 Rover 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Rover 400 weights approximately 227 kg more than 1995 Reliant Scimitar.
Because 1995 Reliant Scimitar is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1995 Reliant Scimitar. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Rover 400, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1998 Rover 400 (182 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Reliant Scimitar. (127 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1998 Rover 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Reliant Scimitar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Reliant Scimitar | 1998 Rover 400 | |
| Make | Reliant | Rover |
| Model | Scimitar | 400 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1397 cc | 1394 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 893 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2630 mm |
