2004 Land Rover Discovery vs. 1984 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, 2004 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Reliant Scimitar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Reliant Scimitar would be higher. At 4,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Land Rover Discovery (217 HP) has 82 more horse power than 1984 Reliant Scimitar. (135 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1984 Reliant Scimitar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 835 kg more than 1984 Reliant Scimitar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Reliant Scimitar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Land Rover Discovery (407 Nm) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Reliant Scimitar. (206 Nm). This means 2004 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Reliant Scimitar.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Land Rover Discovery | 1984 Reliant Scimitar | |
| Make | Land Rover | Reliant |
| Model | Discovery | Scimitar |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1984 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4556 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 135 HP |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 68.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 27 L |
