1988 GMC Jimmy vs. 1981 Reliant Kitten
To start off, 1988 GMC Jimmy is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Reliant Kitten. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Reliant Kitten would be higher. At 2,471 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 GMC Jimmy (91 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1981 Reliant Kitten. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 GMC Jimmy should accelerate faster than 1981 Reliant Kitten. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 860 kg more than 1981 Reliant Kitten. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Reliant Kitten. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 1988 GMC Jimmy (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Reliant Kitten. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Reliant Kitten.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 GMC Jimmy | 1981 Reliant Kitten | |
| Make | GMC | Reliant |
| Model | Jimmy | Kitten |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2471 cc | 848 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 3330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2150 mm |
