2007 Nissan 1400 vs. 1984 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, 2007 Nissan 1400 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Reliant Scimitar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Reliant Scimitar would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Reliant Scimitar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Reliant Scimitar (135 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2007 Nissan 1400. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Reliant Scimitar should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan 1400.
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, 1984 Reliant Scimitar (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan 1400. (97 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1984 Reliant Scimitar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan 1400.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Nissan 1400 | 1984 Reliant Scimitar | |
| Make | Nissan | Reliant |
| Model | 1400 | Scimitar |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1397 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 97 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 68.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 27 L |
