1998 Reliant Scimitar vs. 2010 Ford Escape
To start off, 2010 Ford Escape is newer by 12 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 2,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Escape (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1998 Reliant Scimitar. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1998 Reliant Scimitar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Escape weights approximately 2010 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, 2010 Ford Escape (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 347 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Reliant Scimitar. (127 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Reliant Scimitar.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Reliant Scimitar | 2010 Ford Escape | |
Make | Reliant | Ford |
Model | Scimitar | Escape |
Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1398 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 255 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 127 Nm | 474 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 893 kg | 2903 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 5504 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 2017 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 2111 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 3505 mm |