1997 Reliant Scimitar vs. 2000 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2000 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Reliant Scimitar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Reliant Scimitar would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota RAV4 (146 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1997 Reliant Scimitar. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1997 Reliant Scimitar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 382 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 2000 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Reliant Scimitar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Toyota RAV4 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2000 Toyota RAV4 (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Reliant Scimitar. (127 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2000 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Reliant Scimitar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Reliant Scimitar | 2000 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Reliant | Toyota |
| Model | Scimitar | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 893 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2500 mm |
