2006 Cadillac CTS vs. 1981 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, 2006 Cadillac CTS is newer by 25 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 3,556 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac CTS (255 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1981 Reliant Scimitar. (133 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1981 Reliant Scimitar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 292 kg more than 1981 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, 2006 Cadillac CTS (343 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Reliant Scimitar. (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Reliant Scimitar.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Cadillac CTS | 1981 Reliant Scimitar | |
Make | Cadillac | Reliant |
Model | CTS | Scimitar |
Year Released | 2006 | 1981 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3556 cc | 2790 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 343 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 68.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1592 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2640 mm |