2005 Mazda B3000 vs. 1985 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, 2005 Mazda B3000 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Reliant Scimitar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Reliant Scimitar would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mazda B3000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda B3000 (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1985 Reliant Scimitar. (133 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda B3000 should accelerate faster than 1985 Reliant Scimitar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda B3000 weights approximately 371 kg more than 1985 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, 2005 Mazda B3000 (240 Nm) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Reliant Scimitar. (206 Nm). This means 2005 Mazda B3000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Reliant Scimitar.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda B3000 | 1985 Reliant Scimitar | |
| Make | Mazda | Reliant |
| Model | B3000 | Scimitar |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 2790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1671 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2640 mm |
