1979 Reliant Kitten vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Reliant Kitten. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Reliant Kitten would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML (210 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1979 Reliant Kitten. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 1979 Reliant Kitten. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 1721 kg more than 1979 Reliant Kitten. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Reliant Kitten. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML will offer significantly more control. 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 Mercedes-Benz ML (542 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 479 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Reliant Kitten. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Reliant Kitten. 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML has automatic transmission and 1979 Reliant Kitten has manual transmission. 1979 Reliant Kitten will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Reliant Kitten | 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
| Make | Reliant | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Kitten | ML |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 542 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 2256 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3330 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1816 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2150 mm | 2913 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 95 L |
