2005 Infiniti QX56 vs. 1982 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, 2005 Infiniti QX56 is newer by 23 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 5,555 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Infiniti QX56 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Infiniti QX56 (315 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1982 Reliant Scimitar. (135 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Infiniti QX56 should accelerate faster than 1982 Reliant Scimitar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Infiniti QX56 weights approximately 1166 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, 2005 Infiniti QX56 (529 Nm) has 323 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Reliant Scimitar. (206 Nm). This means 2005 Infiniti QX56 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Reliant Scimitar.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Infiniti QX56 | 1982 Reliant Scimitar | |
| Make | Infiniti | Reliant |
| Model | QX56 | Scimitar |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1982 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5555 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 315 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 98 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 68.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2431 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 27 L |
