1988 Isuzu Trooper vs. 1982 Reliant Kitten
To start off, 1988 Isuzu Trooper is newer by 6 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 2,253 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Isuzu Trooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Isuzu Trooper (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1982 Reliant Kitten. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Isuzu Trooper should accelerate faster than 1982 Reliant Kitten. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Isuzu Trooper weights approximately 1060 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 1988 Isuzu Trooper 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, 1988 Isuzu Trooper 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 Isuzu Trooper (167 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Reliant Kitten. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 Isuzu Trooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Reliant Kitten.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Isuzu Trooper | 1982 Reliant Kitten | |
| Make | Isuzu | Reliant |
| Model | Trooper | Kitten |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2253 cc | 846 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2150 mm |
