1992 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 1975 Reliant Kitten

To start off, 1992 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Reliant Kitten. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Reliant Kitten would be higher. At 3,301 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Chrysler Town & Country (164 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1975 Reliant Kitten. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1975 Reliant Kitten. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 1145 kg more than 1975 Reliant Kitten. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1975 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 1975 Reliant Kitten. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Chrysler Town & Country, 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, 1992 Chrysler Town & Country (263 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Reliant Kitten. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1992 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Reliant Kitten.

Compare all specifications:

1992 Chrysler Town & Country 1975 Reliant Kitten
Make Chrysler Reliant
Model Town & Country Kitten
Year Released 1992 1975
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3301 cc 848 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 164 HP 40 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 263 Nm 63 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 3500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Vehicle Weight 1680 kg 535 kg
Vehicle Length 4890 mm 3330 mm
Vehicle Width 1840 mm 1430 mm
Vehicle Height 1690 mm 1400 mm
Wheelbase Size 3040 mm 2150 mm


 

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