1990 Plymouth Voyager vs. 1976 Reliant Kitten
To start off, 1990 Plymouth Voyager is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Reliant Kitten. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Reliant Kitten would be higher. At 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Plymouth Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Plymouth Voyager (142 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1976 Reliant Kitten. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Plymouth Voyager should accelerate faster than 1976 Reliant Kitten. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Plymouth Voyager weights approximately 953 kg more than 1976 Reliant Kitten. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 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 1976 Reliant Kitten. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Plymouth Voyager, 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, 1990 Plymouth Voyager (235 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Reliant Kitten. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Plymouth Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Reliant Kitten.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Plymouth Voyager | 1976 Reliant Kitten | |
Make | Plymouth | Reliant |
Model | Voyager | Kitten |
Year Released | 1990 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2972 cc | 848 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 142 HP | 40 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 235 Nm | 63 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 535 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2150 mm |