1982 Reliant Kitten vs. 2004 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2004 SsangYong Korando is newer by 22 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 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 SsangYong Korando (209 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1982 Reliant Kitten. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1982 Reliant Kitten. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 1330 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 2004 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Reliant Kitten. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 SsangYong Korando 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, 2004 SsangYong Korando (318 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Reliant Kitten. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Reliant Kitten. 2004 SsangYong Korando has automatic transmission and 1982 Reliant Kitten has manual transmission. 1982 Reliant Kitten will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 SsangYong Korando will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1982 Reliant Kitten | 2004 SsangYong Korando | |
Make | Reliant | SsangYong |
Model | Kitten | Korando |
Year Released | 1982 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 846 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 40 HP | 209 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 318 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 62.5 mm | 89.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69.1 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 1865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3330 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2150 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 70 L |