1997 Reliant Scimitar vs. 1997 Renault Espace
To start off, both 1997 Reliant Scimitar and 1997 Renault Espace were released in the same year (1997). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Renault Espace (111 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1997 Reliant Scimitar. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 1997 Reliant Scimitar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Renault Espace weights approximately 597 kg more than 1997 Reliant Scimitar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 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 1997 Reliant Scimitar. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Renault Espace, 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, 1997 Renault Espace (168 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Reliant Scimitar. (127 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1997 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Reliant Scimitar.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Reliant Scimitar | 1997 Renault Espace | |
Make | Reliant | Renault |
Model | Scimitar | Espace |
Year Released | 1997 | 1997 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 127 Nm | 168 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 893 kg | 1490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2710 mm |