1999 Dodge Viper vs. 1986 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, 1999 Dodge Viper is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Reliant Scimitar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Reliant Scimitar would be higher. At 8,424 cc (10 cylinders), 1999 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Dodge Viper (670 HP) has 537 more horse power than 1986 Reliant Scimitar. (133 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1986 Reliant Scimitar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Reliant Scimitar weights approximately 214 kg more than 1999 Dodge Viper.
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, 1999 Dodge Viper (913 Nm) has 706 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Reliant Scimitar. (207 Nm). This means 1999 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Reliant Scimitar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Dodge Viper | 1986 Reliant Scimitar | |
| Make | Dodge | Reliant |
| Model | Viper | Scimitar |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8424 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 670 HP | 133 HP |
| Torque | 913 Nm | 207 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1086 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2640 mm |
