1961 Reliant Sabre 4 vs. 2010 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2010 Mercury Mariner is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Reliant Sabre 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Reliant Sabre 4 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mercury Mariner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercury Mariner (177 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1961 Reliant Sabre 4. (70 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercury Mariner should accelerate faster than 1961 Reliant Sabre 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 866 kg more than 1961 Reliant Sabre 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 Reliant Sabre 4 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 1961 Reliant Sabre 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Mercury Mariner, 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, 2010 Mercury Mariner (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Reliant Sabre 4. (123 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2010 Mercury Mariner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Reliant Sabre 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Reliant Sabre 4 | 2010 Mercury Mariner | |
| Make | Reliant | Mercury |
| Model | Sabre 4 | Mariner |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1703 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 798 kg | 1664 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1806 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1727 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2619 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 57 L |
