1997 GMC Safari vs. 1990 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, 1997 GMC Safari is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Reliant Scimitar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Reliant Scimitar would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 GMC Safari (187 HP) has 112 more horse power than 1990 Reliant Scimitar. (75 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1997 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 1990 Reliant Scimitar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 GMC Safari weights approximately 1115 kg more than 1990 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 GMC Safari (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Reliant Scimitar. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Reliant Scimitar. 1997 GMC Safari has automatic transmission and 1990 Reliant Scimitar has manual transmission. 1990 Reliant Scimitar will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 GMC Safari will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1997 GMC Safari | 1990 Reliant Scimitar | |
Make | GMC | Reliant |
Model | Safari | Scimitar |
Year Released | 1997 | 1990 |
Body Type | Van | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1392 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 75 HP |
Torque | 338 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 74 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2140 mm |