2004 Ford F-150 vs. 1982 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, 2004 Ford F-150 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Reliant Scimitar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Reliant Scimitar would be higher. At 4,196 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford F-150 (200 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1982 Reliant Scimitar. (135 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1982 Reliant Scimitar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford F-150 weights approximately 860 kg more than 1982 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, 2004 Ford F-150 (343 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Reliant Scimitar. (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Reliant Scimitar.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford F-150 | 1982 Reliant Scimitar | |
Make | Ford | Reliant |
Model | F-150 | Scimitar |
Year Released | 2004 | 1982 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4196 cc | 2792 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 343 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 68.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2125 kg | 1265 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5380 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 27 L |