2009 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 1998 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Reliant Scimitar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Reliant Scimitar would be higher. At 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C (181 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1998 Reliant Scimitar. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1998 Reliant Scimitar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 1937 kg more than 1998 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 Mercedes-Benz C (240 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Reliant Scimitar. (127 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Reliant Scimitar.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mercedes-Benz C | 1998 Reliant Scimitar | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Reliant |
| Model | C | Scimitar |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2830 kg | 893 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2140 mm |
