2004 Jaguar Concept Eight vs. 1981 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, 2004 Jaguar Concept Eight is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Reliant Scimitar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Reliant Scimitar would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Jaguar Concept Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Jaguar Concept Eight (395 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 262 more horse power than 1981 Reliant Scimitar. (133 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jaguar Concept Eight should accelerate faster than 1981 Reliant Scimitar.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Jaguar Concept Eight (553 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 347 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Reliant Scimitar. (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Jaguar Concept Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Reliant Scimitar.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Jaguar Concept Eight | 1981 Reliant Scimitar | |
| Make | Jaguar | Reliant |
| Model | Concept Eight | Scimitar |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 2790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 553 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 68.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5220 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3170 mm | 2640 mm |
