2010 Ford Escape vs. 1977 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, 2010 Ford Escape is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Reliant Scimitar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Reliant Scimitar would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Reliant Scimitar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Escape (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1977 Reliant Scimitar. (135 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1977 Reliant Scimitar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Escape weights approximately 1638 kg more than 1977 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, 2010 Ford Escape (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Reliant Scimitar. (236 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Reliant Scimitar.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Ford Escape | 1977 Reliant Scimitar | |
Make | Ford | Reliant |
Model | Escape | Scimitar |
Year Released | 2010 | 1977 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2500 cc | 2994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 474 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2903 kg | 1265 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5504 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2017 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2111 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3505 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 27 L |