1998 Reliant Scimitar vs. 1999 Vauxhall Frontera
To start off, 1999 Vauxhall Frontera is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Reliant Scimitar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Reliant Scimitar would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Vauxhall Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Vauxhall Frontera (134 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1998 Reliant Scimitar. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Vauxhall Frontera should accelerate faster than 1998 Reliant Scimitar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Vauxhall Frontera weights approximately 862 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.
Because 1999 Vauxhall Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Reliant Scimitar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Vauxhall Frontera 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, 1999 Vauxhall Frontera (202 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Reliant Scimitar. (127 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1999 Vauxhall Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Reliant Scimitar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Reliant Scimitar | 1999 Vauxhall Frontera | |
| Make | Reliant | Vauxhall |
| Model | Scimitar | Frontera |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 202 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 893 kg | 1755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2470 mm |
