2002 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1978 Reliant Kitten
To start off, 2002 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Reliant Kitten. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Reliant Kitten would be higher. At 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Cadillac Escalade (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 260 more horse power than 1978 Reliant Kitten. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1978 Reliant Kitten. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1955 kg more than 1978 Reliant Kitten. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Reliant Kitten. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Cadillac Escalade 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, 2002 Cadillac Escalade (447 Nm) has 384 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Reliant Kitten. (63 Nm). This means 2002 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Reliant Kitten. 2002 Cadillac Escalade has automatic transmission and 1978 Reliant Kitten has manual transmission. 1978 Reliant Kitten will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Cadillac Escalade will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Cadillac Escalade | 1978 Reliant Kitten | |
| Make | Cadillac | Reliant |
| Model | Escalade | Kitten |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5967 cc | 846 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2490 kg | 535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 3330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2150 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 27 L |
