2005 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 1983 Reliant Kitten
To start off, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Reliant Kitten. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Reliant Kitten would be higher. At 4,014 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer (210 HP) has 170 more horse power than 1983 Reliant Kitten. (40 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1983 Reliant Kitten. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 1476 kg more than 1983 Reliant Kitten. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Reliant Kitten. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer 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, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer (344 Nm) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Reliant Kitten. (64 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Reliant Kitten.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | 1983 Reliant Kitten | |
| Make | Mercury | Reliant |
| Model | Mountaineer | Kitten |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4014 cc | 848 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 40 HP |
| Torque | 344 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 62.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 69.1 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2011 kg | 535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2150 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 27 L |
