2003 GMC Safari vs. 1996 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, 2003 GMC Safari is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Reliant Scimitar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Reliant Scimitar would be higher. At 4,292 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 GMC Safari (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1996 Reliant Scimitar. (105 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 1996 Reliant Scimitar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 GMC Safari weights approximately 1062 kg more than 1996 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 GMC Safari (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Reliant Scimitar. (127 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2003 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Reliant Scimitar.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 GMC Safari | 1996 Reliant Scimitar | |
| Make | GMC | Reliant |
| Model | Safari | Scimitar |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4292 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 893 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2140 mm |
