1977 Reliant Kitten vs. 1991 Volvo 245
To start off, 1991 Volvo 245 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Reliant Kitten. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Reliant Kitten would be higher. At 2,383 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Volvo 245 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Volvo 245 (81 HP) has 42 more horse power than 1977 Reliant Kitten. (39 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Volvo 245 should accelerate faster than 1977 Reliant Kitten.
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, 1991 Volvo 245 (143 Nm) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Reliant Kitten. (63 Nm). This means 1991 Volvo 245 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Reliant Kitten.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Reliant Kitten | 1991 Volvo 245 | |
| Make | Reliant | Volvo |
| Model | Kitten | 245 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 2383 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 39 HP | 81 HP |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.5 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.1 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 3330 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2150 mm | 2660 mm |
