2001 Lincoln LS vs. 1985 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, 2001 Lincoln LS is newer by 16 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 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Lincoln LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Lincoln LS (210 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1985 Reliant Scimitar. (95 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lincoln LS should accelerate faster than 1985 Reliant Scimitar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Lincoln LS weights approximately 800 kg more than 1985 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 Lincoln LS (278 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Reliant Scimitar. (132 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Lincoln LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Reliant Scimitar.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Lincoln LS | 1985 Reliant Scimitar | |
| Make | Lincoln | Reliant |
| Model | LS | Scimitar |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1687 kg | 887 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2140 mm |
