1980 Reliant Kitten vs. 1991 Renault Espace
To start off, 1991 Renault Espace is newer by 11 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 2,849 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Renault Espace (150 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1980 Reliant Kitten. (39 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 1980 Reliant Kitten. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Renault Espace weights approximately 867 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 1980 Reliant Kitten is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1980 Reliant Kitten. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Renault Espace, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Renault Espace (225 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Reliant Kitten. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1991 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Reliant Kitten.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Reliant Kitten | 1991 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Reliant | Renault |
| Model | Kitten | Espace |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 2849 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 39 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 1402 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3330 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2150 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 77 L |
