2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano vs. 1979 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano is newer by 28 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 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Reliant Scimitar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1979 Reliant Scimitar. (136 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano should accelerate faster than 1979 Reliant Scimitar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano weights approximately 705 kg more than 1979 Reliant Scimitar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Reliant Scimitar. (236 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Reliant Scimitar.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano | 1979 Reliant Scimitar | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Reliant |
| Model | Viano | Scimitar |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2148 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 169 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 27 L |
