1980 Reliant Kitten vs. 2009 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2009 Renault Laguna is newer by 29 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 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Renault Laguna (204 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1980 Reliant Kitten. (39 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1980 Reliant Kitten.
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, 2009 Renault Laguna, 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, 2009 Renault Laguna (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Reliant Kitten. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Reliant Kitten. 2009 Renault Laguna has automatic transmission and 1980 Reliant Kitten has manual transmission. 1980 Reliant Kitten will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Renault Laguna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Reliant Kitten | 2009 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Reliant | Renault |
| Model | Kitten | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 39 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3330 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2150 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 70 L |
