1980 Reliant Kitten vs. 1989 Rover Range Rover
To start off, 1989 Rover Range Rover is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Reliant Kitten. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Reliant Kitten would be higher. At 3,947 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Rover Range Rover (185 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1980 Reliant Kitten. (39 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1980 Reliant Kitten. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1451 kg more than 1980 Reliant Kitten. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Reliant Kitten. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Rover Range Rover 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, 1989 Rover Range Rover (319 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Reliant Kitten. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Reliant Kitten.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Reliant Kitten | 1989 Rover Range Rover | |
| Make | Reliant | Rover |
| Model | Kitten | Range Rover |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 3947 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 39 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 1986 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3330 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2150 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 82 L |
