1995 Reliant Scimitar vs. 2000 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2000 SsangYong Musso is newer by 5 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 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 SsangYong Musso (217 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1995 Reliant Scimitar. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 1995 Reliant Scimitar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 1013 kg more than 1995 Reliant Scimitar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Reliant Scimitar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 SsangYong Musso (318 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Reliant Scimitar. (127 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2000 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Reliant Scimitar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Reliant Scimitar | 2000 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Reliant | SsangYong |
| Model | Scimitar | Musso |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1397 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 893 kg | 1906 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 |
