2007 GMC Sierra vs. 1981 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, 2007 GMC Sierra is newer by 26 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Sierra (300 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1981 Reliant Scimitar. (133 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1981 Reliant Scimitar.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 GMC Sierra (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Reliant Scimitar. (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Reliant Scimitar.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 GMC Sierra | 1981 Reliant Scimitar | |
| Make | GMC | Reliant |
| Model | Sierra | Scimitar |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 2790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 68.5 mm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 6330 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2450 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4010 mm | 2640 mm |
