1993 Oldsmobile Bravada vs. 1981 Reliant Kitten
To start off, 1993 Oldsmobile Bravada is newer by 12 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 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Oldsmobile Bravada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Oldsmobile Bravada (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1981 Reliant Kitten. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Oldsmobile Bravada should accelerate faster than 1981 Reliant Kitten. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Oldsmobile Bravada weights approximately 1250 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 1993 Oldsmobile Bravada 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, 1993 Oldsmobile Bravada 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, 1993 Oldsmobile Bravada (312 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Reliant Kitten. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1993 Oldsmobile Bravada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Reliant Kitten. 1993 Oldsmobile Bravada has automatic transmission and 1981 Reliant Kitten has manual transmission. 1981 Reliant Kitten will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Oldsmobile Bravada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Oldsmobile Bravada | 1981 Reliant Kitten | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Reliant |
Model | Bravada | Kitten |
Year Released | 1993 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4300 cc | 848 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 40 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 63 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2150 mm |