2011 Chrysler 300 vs. 1982 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, 2011 Chrysler 300 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Reliant Scimitar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Reliant Scimitar would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chrysler 300 (292 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1982 Reliant Scimitar. (135 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1982 Reliant Scimitar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 532 kg more than 1982 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, 2011 Chrysler 300 (352 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Reliant Scimitar. (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Reliant Scimitar.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Chrysler 300 | 1982 Reliant Scimitar | |
| Make | Chrysler | Reliant |
| Model | 300 | Scimitar |
| Year Released | 2011 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 292 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6350 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 352 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 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 | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1797 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5044 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1905 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1483 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3053 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 27 L |
