1982 Reliant Kitten vs. 1997 Renault Espace
To start off, 1997 Renault Espace is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Reliant Kitten. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Reliant Kitten would be higher. At 2,187 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Renault Espace (111 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1982 Reliant Kitten. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 1982 Reliant Kitten. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Renault Espace weights approximately 1095 kg more than 1982 Reliant Kitten. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 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 1982 Reliant Kitten. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Renault Espace, 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, 1997 Renault Espace (234 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Reliant Kitten. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Reliant Kitten.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Reliant Kitten | 1997 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Reliant | Renault |
| Model | Kitten | Espace |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 846 cc | 2187 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 234 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.5 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3330 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2150 mm | 2710 mm |
