2005 Ford Econovan vs. 1986 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, 2005 Ford Econovan is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Reliant Scimitar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Reliant Scimitar would be higher. At 1,788 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Econovan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Econovan (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1986 Reliant Scimitar. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Econovan should accelerate faster than 1986 Reliant Scimitar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Econovan weights approximately 455 kg more than 1986 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, 2005 Ford Econovan (138 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Reliant Scimitar. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Econovan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Reliant Scimitar.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Econovan | 1986 Reliant Scimitar | |
| Make | Ford | Reliant |
| Model | Econovan | Scimitar |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1788 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2140 mm |
