1987 GMC Jimmy vs. 1982 Reliant Kitten
To start off, 1987 GMC Jimmy is newer by 5 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 4,298 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 GMC Jimmy (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1982 Reliant Kitten. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 GMC Jimmy should accelerate faster than 1982 Reliant Kitten. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 1305 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 1987 GMC Jimmy 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, 1987 GMC Jimmy 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, 1987 GMC Jimmy (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Reliant Kitten. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1987 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Reliant Kitten. 1987 GMC Jimmy 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. 1987 GMC Jimmy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 GMC Jimmy | 1982 Reliant Kitten | |
| Make | GMC | Reliant |
| Model | Jimmy | Kitten |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4298 cc | 846 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 3330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2150 mm |
