1981 Reliant Kitten vs. 2005 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2005 Toyota 4Runner 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 3,948 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota 4Runner (245 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1981 Reliant Kitten. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1981 Reliant Kitten. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 1406 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 2005 Toyota 4Runner 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, 2005 Toyota 4Runner 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, 2005 Toyota 4Runner (382 Nm) has 319 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Reliant Kitten. (63 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Reliant Kitten.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Reliant Kitten | 2005 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Reliant | Toyota |
| Model | Kitten | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 3948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 382 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.5 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.1 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 1946 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3330 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2150 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 87 L |
