2001 Toyota Sequoia vs. 1984 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, 2001 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Reliant Scimitar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Reliant Scimitar would be higher. At 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Sequoia (201 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1984 Reliant Scimitar. (133 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1984 Reliant Scimitar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 314 kg more than 1984 Reliant Scimitar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Toyota Sequoia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Reliant Scimitar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Sequoia will offer significantly more control. 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 Toyota Sequoia (430 Nm) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Reliant Scimitar. (206 Nm). This means 2001 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Reliant Scimitar.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Toyota Sequoia | 1984 Reliant Scimitar | |
| Make | Toyota | Reliant |
| Model | Sequoia | Scimitar |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1984 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4671 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1614 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2640 mm |
