1999 Buick Riviera vs. 1983 Reliant Kitten
To start off, 1999 Buick Riviera is newer by 16 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Buick Riviera (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1983 Reliant Kitten. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1983 Reliant Kitten. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Buick Riviera weights approximately 1165 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.
Because 1983 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 1983 Reliant Kitten. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Buick Riviera, 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, 1999 Buick Riviera (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Reliant Kitten. (64 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Reliant Kitten. 1999 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 1983 Reliant Kitten has manual transmission. 1983 Reliant Kitten will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Buick Riviera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Buick Riviera | 1983 Reliant Kitten | |
| Make | Buick | Reliant |
| Model | Riviera | Kitten |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 848 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 62.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 69.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 3330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
