1998 Reliant Scimitar vs. 1995 Volvo 960
To start off, 1998 Reliant Scimitar is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Volvo 960. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Volvo 960 would be higher. At 2,473 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Volvo 960 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Volvo 960 (168 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1998 Reliant Scimitar. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Volvo 960 should accelerate faster than 1998 Reliant Scimitar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Volvo 960 weights approximately 607 kg more than 1998 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, 1995 Volvo 960 (233 Nm @ 4550 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Reliant Scimitar. (127 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1995 Volvo 960 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Reliant Scimitar.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Reliant Scimitar | 1995 Volvo 960 | |
Make | Reliant | Volvo |
Model | Scimitar | 960 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1398 cc | 2473 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 127 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4550 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 893 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2780 mm |