1981 Reliant Kitten vs. 1999 Oldsmobile Bravada
To start off, 1999 Oldsmobile Bravada is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Reliant Kitten. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Reliant Kitten would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Oldsmobile Bravada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Oldsmobile Bravada (160 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1981 Reliant Kitten. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Oldsmobile Bravada should accelerate faster than 1981 Reliant Kitten. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Oldsmobile Bravada weights approximately 1375 kg more than 1981 Reliant Kitten. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Oldsmobile Bravada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Reliant Kitten. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Oldsmobile Bravada 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, 1999 Oldsmobile Bravada (345 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Reliant Kitten. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Oldsmobile Bravada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Reliant Kitten. 1999 Oldsmobile Bravada has automatic transmission and 1981 Reliant Kitten has manual transmission. 1981 Reliant Kitten will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Oldsmobile Bravada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Reliant Kitten | 1999 Oldsmobile Bravada | |
| Make | Reliant | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Kitten | Bravada |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 1915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3330 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2150 mm | 2730 mm |
