1997 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1989 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, 1997 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Reliant Scimitar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Reliant Scimitar would be higher. At 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chevrolet Corvette (345 HP) has 270 more horse power than 1989 Reliant Scimitar. (75 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1989 Reliant Scimitar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 555 kg more than 1989 Reliant Scimitar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1997 Chevrolet Corvette (475 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 366 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Reliant Scimitar. (109 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Reliant Scimitar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chevrolet Corvette | 1989 Reliant Scimitar | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Reliant |
| Model | Corvette | Scimitar |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5666 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 75 HP |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2140 mm |
