2008 Ford F-150 vs. 1978 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, 2008 Ford F-150 is newer by 30 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 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford F-150 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1978 Reliant Scimitar. (135 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1978 Reliant Scimitar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Reliant Scimitar weights approximately 188 kg more than 2008 Ford F-150.
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, 2008 Ford F-150 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Reliant Scimitar. (236 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Reliant Scimitar.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford F-150 | 1978 Reliant Scimitar | |
Make | Ford | Reliant |
Model | F-150 | Scimitar |
Year Released | 2008 | 1978 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5409 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1077 kg | 1265 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5690 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3520 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 114 L | 27 L |