2004 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 1981 Reliant Kitten
To start off, 2004 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Reliant Kitten. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Reliant Kitten would be higher. At 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercury Mountaineer (239 HP) has 199 more horse power than 1981 Reliant Kitten. (40 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1981 Reliant Kitten. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 1380 kg more than 1981 Reliant Kitten. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Mercury Mountaineer (382 Nm) has 319 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Reliant Kitten. (63 Nm). This means 2004 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Reliant Kitten.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mercury Mountaineer | 1981 Reliant Kitten | |
| Make | Mercury | Reliant |
| Model | Mountaineer | Kitten |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4604 cc | 848 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 239 HP | 40 HP |
| Torque | 382 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 62.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 69.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2150 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 27 L |
