2001 Dodge Viper vs. 1987 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, 2001 Dodge Viper is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Reliant Scimitar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Reliant Scimitar would be higher. At 7,990 cc (10 cylinders), 2001 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Dodge Viper (376 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 302 more horse power than 1987 Reliant Scimitar. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1987 Reliant Scimitar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Dodge Viper weights approximately 725 kg more than 1987 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, 2001 Dodge Viper (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 511 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Reliant Scimitar. (109 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Reliant Scimitar.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Dodge Viper | 1987 Reliant Scimitar | |
| Make | Dodge | Reliant |
| Model | Viper | Scimitar |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7990 cc | 1392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 620 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2140 mm |
