2009 Ford F-150 vs. 1986 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, 2009 Ford F-150 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Reliant Scimitar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Reliant Scimitar would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford F-150 (248 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1986 Reliant Scimitar. (133 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1986 Reliant Scimitar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Reliant Scimitar weights approximately 334 kg more than 2009 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, 2009 Ford F-150 (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Reliant Scimitar. (207 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Reliant Scimitar.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford F-150 | 1986 Reliant Scimitar | |
Make | Ford | Reliant |
Model | F-150 | Scimitar |
Year Released | 2009 | 1986 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4606 cc | 2792 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 248 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 207 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2640 mm |