2002 Dodge Razor vs. 1970 Reliant Bug
To start off, 2002 Dodge Razor is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Reliant Bug. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Reliant Bug would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Dodge Razor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Dodge Razor (251 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 1970 Reliant Bug. (31 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Dodge Razor should accelerate faster than 1970 Reliant Bug. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Dodge Razor weights approximately 727 kg more than 1970 Reliant Bug. 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. Let's talk about torque, 2002 Dodge Razor (312 Nm) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Reliant Bug. (52 Nm). This means 2002 Dodge Razor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Reliant Bug.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Dodge Razor | 1970 Reliant Bug | |
| Make | Dodge | Reliant |
| Model | Razor | Bug |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2400 cc | 701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 31 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 121 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 408 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 2800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 1960 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 23 L |
