1990 GMC Suburban vs. 1963 Reliant Sabre Six
To start off, 1990 GMC Suburban is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Reliant Sabre Six. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Reliant Sabre Six would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 GMC Suburban (209 HP) has 101 more horse power than 1963 Reliant Sabre Six. (108 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1990 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 1963 Reliant Sabre Six.
Because 1990 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Reliant Sabre Six. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 GMC Suburban 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, 1990 GMC Suburban (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Reliant Sabre Six. (185 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1990 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Reliant Sabre Six.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 GMC Suburban | 1963 Reliant Sabre Six | |
| Make | GMC | Reliant |
| Model | Suburban | Sabre Six |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2553 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 209 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2290 mm |
