2005 Morgan Aero 8 vs. 1987 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, 2005 Morgan Aero 8 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Reliant Scimitar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Reliant Scimitar would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Morgan Aero 8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Morgan Aero 8 (321 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 1987 Reliant Scimitar. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Morgan Aero 8 should accelerate faster than 1987 Reliant Scimitar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Morgan Aero 8 weights approximately 292 kg more than 1987 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 Morgan Aero 8 (447 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 338 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Reliant Scimitar. (109 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Morgan Aero 8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Reliant Scimitar.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Morgan Aero 8 | 1987 Reliant Scimitar | |
| Make | Morgan | Reliant |
| Model | Aero 8 | Scimitar |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 1392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1132 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2140 mm |
