2009 Jaguar S-Type vs. 1986 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, 2009 Jaguar S-Type 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 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Reliant Scimitar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jaguar S-Type (205 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1986 Reliant Scimitar. (133 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 1986 Reliant Scimitar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 355 kg more than 1986 Reliant Scimitar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Jaguar S-Type (435 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Reliant Scimitar. (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Reliant Scimitar.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jaguar S-Type | 1986 Reliant Scimitar | |
| Make | Jaguar | Reliant |
| Model | S-Type | Scimitar |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2718 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 435 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 68.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.3:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 27 L |
