1997 Jaguar XK8 vs. 1995 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, 1997 Jaguar XK8 is newer by 2 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 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Jaguar XK8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Jaguar XK8 (290 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1995 Reliant Scimitar. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Jaguar XK8 should accelerate faster than 1995 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, 1997 Jaguar XK8 (393 Nm) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Reliant Scimitar. (127 Nm). This means 1997 Jaguar XK8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Reliant Scimitar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Jaguar XK8 | 1995 Reliant Scimitar | |
| Make | Jaguar | Reliant |
| Model | XK8 | Scimitar |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2140 mm |
