1980 Reliant Kitten vs. 2010 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2010 GMC Yukon is newer by 30 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 GMC Yukon (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 364 more horse power than 1980 Reliant Kitten. (39 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1980 Reliant Kitten. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Yukon weights approximately 2137 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.
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, 2010 GMC Yukon (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 502 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Reliant Kitten. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Reliant Kitten. 2010 GMC Yukon 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. 2010 GMC Yukon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Reliant Kitten | 2010 GMC Yukon | |
Make | Reliant | GMC |
Model | Kitten | Yukon |
Year Released | 1980 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 848 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 39 HP | 403 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 565 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 2672 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3330 mm | 5649 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 2009 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1951 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2150 mm | 3302 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 117 L |