2003 Buick Blackhawk vs. 1980 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, 2003 Buick Blackhawk is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Reliant Scimitar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Reliant Scimitar would be higher. At 7,458 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Buick Blackhawk is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Buick Blackhawk (240 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1980 Reliant Scimitar. (133 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Buick Blackhawk should accelerate faster than 1980 Reliant Scimitar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Buick Blackhawk weights approximately 368 kg more than 1980 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, 2003 Buick Blackhawk (692 Nm) has 486 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Reliant Scimitar. (206 Nm). This means 2003 Buick Blackhawk will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Reliant Scimitar.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Buick Blackhawk | 1980 Reliant Scimitar | |
Make | Buick | Reliant |
Model | Blackhawk | Scimitar |
Year Released | 2003 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7458 cc | 2790 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 692 Nm | 206 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 68.5 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1633 kg | 1265 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2640 mm |