1983 Reliant Kitten vs. 2010 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2010 Dodge Dakota is newer by 27 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 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Dakota (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1983 Reliant Kitten. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1983 Reliant Kitten. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 2002 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 2010 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Reliant Kitten. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Dakota 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, 2010 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Reliant Kitten. (64 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Reliant Kitten. 2010 Dodge Dakota has automatic transmission and 1983 Reliant Kitten has manual transmission. 1983 Reliant Kitten will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Dodge Dakota will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Reliant Kitten | 2010 Dodge Dakota | |
Make | Reliant | Dodge |
Model | Kitten | Dakota |
Year Released | 1983 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 848 cc | 3701 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 40 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 64 Nm | 319 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 2537 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3330 mm | 5560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2150 mm | 3340 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 83 L |