2008 Ford F-350 vs. 1982 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, 2008 Ford F-350 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Reliant Scimitar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Reliant Scimitar would be higher. At 6,802 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford F-350 (362 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 1982 Reliant Scimitar. (135 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 1982 Reliant Scimitar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Reliant Scimitar weights approximately 158 kg more than 2008 Ford F-350.
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-350 (620 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 414 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Reliant Scimitar. (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Reliant Scimitar.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford F-350 | 1982 Reliant Scimitar | |
| Make | Ford | Reliant |
| Model | F-350 | Scimitar |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6802 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 620 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6260 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2430 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3970 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 115 L | 27 L |
