2004 Mercury Sable vs. 1980 Reliant Kitten
To start off, 2004 Mercury Sable is newer by 24 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 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercury Sable (200 HP) has 161 more horse power than 1980 Reliant Kitten. (39 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1980 Reliant Kitten. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Sable weights approximately 969 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 1980 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 1980 Reliant Kitten. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Sable, 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, 2004 Mercury Sable (271 Nm) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Reliant Kitten. (63 Nm). This means 2004 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Reliant Kitten.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mercury Sable | 1980 Reliant Kitten | |
| Make | Mercury | Reliant |
| Model | Sable | Kitten |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 848 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 39 HP |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1504 kg | 535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 3330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2150 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 27 L |
