1996 Nissan R 390 GT1 vs. 1981 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, 1996 Nissan R 390 GT1 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Reliant Scimitar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Reliant Scimitar would be higher. At 3,493 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Nissan R 390 GT1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Nissan R 390 GT1 (550 HP) has 415 more horse power than 1981 Reliant Scimitar. (135 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Nissan R 390 GT1 should accelerate faster than 1981 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, 1996 Nissan R 390 GT1 (637 Nm) has 430 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Reliant Scimitar. (207 Nm). This means 1996 Nissan R 390 GT1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Reliant Scimitar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Nissan R 390 GT1 | 1981 Reliant Scimitar | |
| Make | Nissan | Reliant |
| Model | R 390 GT1 | Scimitar |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3493 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 550 HP | 135 HP |
| Torque | 637 Nm | 207 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2640 mm |
