1981 Reliant Kitten vs. 2005 Saab 9000

To start off, 2005 Saab 9000 is newer by 24 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 2,290 cc, 2005 Saab 9000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Saab 9000 (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1981 Reliant Kitten. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Saab 9000 should accelerate faster than 1981 Reliant Kitten. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Saab 9000 weights approximately 990 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 1981 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 1981 Reliant Kitten. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Saab 9000, 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, 2005 Saab 9000 (280 Nm) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Reliant Kitten. (63 Nm). This means 2005 Saab 9000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Reliant Kitten. 2005 Saab 9000 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. 2005 Saab 9000 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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