2009 Porsche Cayman vs. 1984 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, 2009 Porsche Cayman is newer by 25 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 3,385 cc, 2009 Porsche Cayman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche Cayman (291 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1984 Reliant Scimitar. (133 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 1984 Reliant Scimitar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Porsche Cayman weights approximately 230 kg more than 1984 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 Porsche Cayman (340 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Reliant Scimitar. (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Reliant Scimitar.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Porsche Cayman | 1984 Reliant Scimitar | |
| Make | Porsche | Reliant |
| Model | Cayman | Scimitar |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3385 cc | 2792 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.3 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.3 mm | 68.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2640 mm |
