2000 GAZ 3110 vs. 1970 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, 2000 GAZ 3110 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Reliant Scimitar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Reliant Scimitar would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Reliant Scimitar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 GAZ 3110 (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1970 Reliant Scimitar. (123 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 GAZ 3110 should accelerate faster than 1970 Reliant Scimitar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 GAZ 3110 weights approximately 210 kg more than 1970 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, 1970 Reliant Scimitar (267 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 GAZ 3110. (189 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1970 Reliant Scimitar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 GAZ 3110.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 GAZ 3110 | 1970 Reliant Scimitar | |
| Make | GAZ | Reliant |
| Model | 3110 | Scimitar |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 189 Nm | 267 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2540 mm |
