2007 Nissan Titan vs. 1980 Reliant GTC
To start off, 2007 Nissan Titan is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Reliant GTC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Reliant GTC would be higher. At 5,551 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Titan (317 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1980 Reliant GTC. (135 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1980 Reliant GTC.
Because 2007 Nissan Titan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Reliant GTC. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Titan 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, 2007 Nissan Titan (522 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 316 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Reliant GTC. (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Reliant GTC. 2007 Nissan Titan has automatic transmission and 1980 Reliant GTC has manual transmission. 1980 Reliant GTC will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Nissan Titan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Nissan Titan | 1980 Reliant GTC | |
| Make | Nissan | Reliant |
| Model | Titan | GTC |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5551 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3560 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 91 L |
