2006 Land Rover Defender vs. 1985 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, 2006 Land Rover Defender is newer by 21 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 2,495 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Land Rover Defender (120 HP @ 1950 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1985 Reliant Scimitar. (95 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover Defender should accelerate faster than 1985 Reliant Scimitar.
Because 2006 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Reliant Scimitar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover Defender will offer significantly more control. 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 Land Rover Defender (300 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Reliant Scimitar. (132 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Reliant Scimitar.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Land Rover Defender | 1985 Reliant Scimitar | |
| Make | Land Rover | Reliant |
| Model | Defender | Scimitar |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1985 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 1950 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2070 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2140 mm |
