2005 Porsche Boxster vs. 1981 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, 2005 Porsche Boxster is newer by 24 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 2,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Reliant Scimitar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche Boxster (240 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1981 Reliant Scimitar. (133 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1981 Reliant Scimitar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Reliant Scimitar weights approximately 5 kg more than 2005 Porsche Boxster.
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 Porsche Boxster (271 Nm) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Reliant Scimitar. (206 Nm). This means 2005 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Reliant Scimitar.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Porsche Boxster | 1981 Reliant Scimitar | |
| Make | Porsche | Reliant |
| Model | Boxster | Scimitar |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2688 cc | 2790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 68.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2640 mm |
