1997 Reliant Scimitar vs. 1983 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1997 Reliant Scimitar is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Reliant Scimitar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Reliant Scimitar (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Corolla. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Reliant Scimitar should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Reliant Scimitar weights approximately 8 kg more than 1983 Toyota Corolla. 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 Reliant Scimitar (127 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Corolla. (105 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1997 Reliant Scimitar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Reliant Scimitar | 1983 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Reliant | Toyota |
Model | Scimitar | Corolla |
Year Released | 1997 | 1983 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 127 Nm | 105 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 893 kg | 885 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2410 mm |