2003 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 1983 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Reliant Scimitar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Reliant Scimitar would be higher. At 4,807 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe (260 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1983 Reliant Scimitar. (133 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1983 Reliant Scimitar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 962 kg more than 1983 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 Chevrolet Tahoe (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Reliant Scimitar. (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Reliant Scimitar.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe | 1983 Reliant Scimitar | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Reliant |
| Model | Tahoe | Scimitar |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1983 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4807 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 68.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2262 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2640 mm |
