2003 Land Rover Discovery vs. 1995 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, 2003 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 8 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 4,553 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Land Rover Discovery (217 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1995 Reliant Scimitar. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1995 Reliant Scimitar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1182 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 2003 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Reliant Scimitar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Land Rover Discovery 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, 2003 Land Rover Discovery (407 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Reliant Scimitar. (127 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2003 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Reliant Scimitar.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Land Rover Discovery | 1995 Reliant Scimitar | |
Make | Land Rover | Reliant |
Model | Discovery | Scimitar |
Year Released | 2003 | 1995 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4553 cc | 1397 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 893 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2140 mm |