1997 Reliant Scimitar vs. 2002 TVR T 350
To start off, 2002 TVR T 350 is newer by 5 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 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 TVR T 350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 TVR T 350 (345 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 1997 Reliant Scimitar. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 TVR T 350 should accelerate faster than 1997 Reliant Scimitar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 TVR T 350 weights approximately 337 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.
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, 2002 TVR T 350 (391 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Reliant Scimitar. (127 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2002 TVR T 350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Reliant Scimitar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Reliant Scimitar | 2002 TVR T 350 | |
| Make | Reliant | TVR |
| Model | Scimitar | T 350 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 893 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2370 mm |
