1995 Reliant Scimitar vs. 2008 Nissan Navara
To start off, 2008 Nissan Navara is newer by 13 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 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Navara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Navara (172 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1995 Reliant Scimitar. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Navara should accelerate faster than 1995 Reliant Scimitar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Navara weights approximately 1139 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 2008 Nissan Navara 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, 2008 Nissan Navara 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, 2008 Nissan Navara (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Reliant Scimitar. (127 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Navara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Reliant Scimitar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Reliant Scimitar | 2008 Nissan Navara | |
| Make | Reliant | Nissan |
| Model | Scimitar | Navara |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1397 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 403 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 893 kg | 2032 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 3210 mm |
