2004 Nissan Armada vs. 1981 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, 2004 Nissan Armada 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 5,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Armada (305 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1981 Reliant Scimitar. (135 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1981 Reliant Scimitar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Armada weights approximately 1009 kg more than 1981 Reliant Scimitar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Nissan Armada (522 Nm) has 315 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Reliant Scimitar. (207 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Reliant Scimitar.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Nissan Armada | 1981 Reliant Scimitar | |
| Make | Nissan | Reliant |
| Model | Armada | Scimitar |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1981 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5556 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 207 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.1 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 68.5 mm |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2274 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2640 mm |
