2006 Land Rover Defender vs. 1987 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, 2006 Land Rover Defender is newer by 19 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 2,498 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Land Rover Defender (120 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1987 Reliant Scimitar. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover Defender should accelerate faster than 1987 Reliant Scimitar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 560 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.
Because 2006 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 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 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Reliant Scimitar. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Reliant Scimitar.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Land Rover Defender | 1987 Reliant Scimitar | |
| Make | Land Rover | Reliant |
| Model | Defender | Scimitar |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1987 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2140 mm |
