1996 Reliant Scimitar vs. 2005 Honda Accord
To start off, 2005 Honda Accord is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Reliant Scimitar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Reliant Scimitar would be higher. At 2,204 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Accord (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1996 Reliant Scimitar. (105 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1996 Reliant Scimitar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Accord weights approximately 752 kg more than 1996 Reliant Scimitar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 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 1996 Reliant Scimitar. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Honda Accord, 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, 2005 Honda Accord (347 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Reliant Scimitar. (127 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Reliant Scimitar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Reliant Scimitar | 2005 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Reliant | Honda |
| Model | Scimitar | Accord |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 2204 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 347 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 893 kg | 1645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2630 mm |
