2006 Ford E-250 vs. 1979 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, 2006 Ford E-250 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Reliant Scimitar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Reliant Scimitar would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford E-250 (226 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1979 Reliant Scimitar. (136 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford E-250 should accelerate faster than 1979 Reliant Scimitar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Reliant Scimitar weights approximately 45 kg more than 2006 Ford E-250.
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 Ford E-250 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Reliant Scimitar. (236 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Reliant Scimitar.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford E-250 | 1979 Reliant Scimitar | |
Make | Ford | Reliant |
Model | E-250 | Scimitar |
Year Released | 2006 | 1979 |
Body Type | Van | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4605 cc | 2994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 226 HP | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 388 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 93.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 72.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1265 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5900 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2140 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 27 L |