2003 Nissan Murano vs. 1980 Reliant Kitten
To start off, 2003 Nissan Murano is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Reliant Kitten. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Reliant Kitten would be higher. At 3,507 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Nissan Murano (245 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 1980 Reliant Kitten. (39 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 1980 Reliant Kitten. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Nissan Murano weights approximately 1265 kg more than 1980 Reliant Kitten. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Nissan Murano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Reliant Kitten. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Nissan Murano 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, 2003 Nissan Murano (323 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Reliant Kitten. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Reliant Kitten.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Nissan Murano | 1980 Reliant Kitten | |
| Make | Nissan | Reliant |
| Model | Murano | Kitten |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3507 cc | 848 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 39 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2150 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 27 L |
