2009 Chevrolet Express vs. 1979 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Express is newer by 30 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Express (279 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1979 Reliant Scimitar. (136 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1979 Reliant Scimitar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Reliant Scimitar weights approximately 4 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Express.
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, 2009 Chevrolet Express (399 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Reliant Scimitar. (236 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Reliant Scimitar.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Express | 1979 Reliant Scimitar | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Reliant |
| Model | Express | Scimitar |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4800 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 279 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 399 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 27 L |
