2007 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1978 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Reliant Scimitar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Reliant Scimitar would be higher. At 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (316 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1978 Reliant Scimitar. (135 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1978 Reliant Scimitar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 485 kg more than 1978 Reliant Scimitar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Reliant Scimitar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (458 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Reliant Scimitar. (236 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Reliant Scimitar.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Silverado | 1978 Reliant Scimitar | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Reliant |
| Model | Silverado | Scimitar |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5326 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 316 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 458 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 93.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 72.4 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6330 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4010 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 27 L |
