1983 Reliant Kitten vs. 1984 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 1984 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Reliant Kitten. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Reliant Kitten would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Volkswagen Jetta (109 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1983 Reliant Kitten. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 1983 Reliant Kitten. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 415 kg more than 1983 Reliant Kitten. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 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 1983 Reliant Kitten. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Volkswagen Jetta, 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, 1984 Volkswagen Jetta (158 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Reliant Kitten. (64 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1984 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Reliant Kitten.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Reliant Kitten | 1984 Volkswagen Jetta | |
Make | Reliant | Volkswagen |
Model | Kitten | Jetta |
Year Released | 1983 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 848 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 40 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 64 Nm | 158 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 62.5 mm | 81.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69.1 mm | 86.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3330 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2150 mm | 2480 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 55 L |