2008 Toyota Tacoma vs. 1984 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, 2008 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 24 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 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Tacoma (236 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1984 Reliant Scimitar. (135 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1984 Reliant Scimitar.
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 Toyota Tacoma (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Reliant Scimitar. (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Reliant Scimitar. 1984 Reliant Scimitar has automatic transmission and 2008 Toyota Tacoma has manual transmission. 2008 Toyota Tacoma will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1984 Reliant Scimitar will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Toyota Tacoma | 1984 Reliant Scimitar | |
| Make | Toyota | Reliant |
| Model | Tacoma | Scimitar |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3956 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 236 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 361 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3240 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 27 L |
