2002 Honda Accord vs. 1995 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, 2002 Honda Accord is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Reliant Scimitar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Reliant Scimitar would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Accord (160 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1995 Reliant Scimitar. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1995 Reliant Scimitar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Accord weights approximately 517 kg more than 1995 Reliant Scimitar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Reliant Scimitar is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1995 Reliant Scimitar. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Honda Accord, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2002 Honda Accord (218 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Reliant Scimitar. (127 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2002 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Reliant Scimitar.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Honda Accord | 1995 Reliant Scimitar | |
Make | Honda | Reliant |
Model | Accord | Scimitar |
Year Released | 2002 | 1995 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1397 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 893 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2140 mm |