1999 Mahindra CL vs. 1985 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, 1999 Mahindra CL is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Reliant Scimitar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Reliant Scimitar would be higher. At 2,523 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Mahindra CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Reliant Scimitar (95 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1999 Mahindra CL. (62 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Reliant Scimitar should accelerate faster than 1999 Mahindra CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mahindra CL weights approximately 343 kg more than 1985 Reliant Scimitar.
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 Mahindra CL (165 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Reliant Scimitar. (132 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Mahindra CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Reliant Scimitar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mahindra CL | 1985 Reliant Scimitar | |
| Make | Mahindra | Reliant |
| Model | CL | Scimitar |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2523 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 887 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3360 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2140 mm |
