1994 Mercury Grand Marquis vs. 1983 Reliant Kitten
To start off, 1994 Mercury Grand Marquis is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Reliant Kitten. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Reliant Kitten would be higher. At 4,599 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Mercury Grand Marquis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Mercury Grand Marquis (208 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1983 Reliant Kitten. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mercury Grand Marquis should accelerate faster than 1983 Reliant Kitten. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 1180 kg more than 1983 Reliant Kitten. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Mercury Grand Marquis | 1983 Reliant Kitten | |
| Make | Mercury | Reliant |
| Model | Grand Marquis | Kitten |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4599 cc | 848 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 3330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1430 mm |
