1988 GMC Jimmy vs. 1962 Reliant Sabre 4
To start off, 1988 GMC Jimmy is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Reliant Sabre 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Reliant Sabre 4 would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 GMC Jimmy (208 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1962 Reliant Sabre 4. (70 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 GMC Jimmy should accelerate faster than 1962 Reliant Sabre 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 1083 kg more than 1962 Reliant Sabre 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Reliant Sabre 4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 GMC Jimmy 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, 1988 GMC Jimmy (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Reliant Sabre 4. (123 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1988 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Reliant Sabre 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 GMC Jimmy | 1962 Reliant Sabre 4 | |
| Make | GMC | Reliant |
| Model | Jimmy | Sabre 4 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5002 cc | 1702 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 797 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2290 mm |
