1990 Pontiac Grand Prix vs. 1963 Reliant Sabre 4
To start off, 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Reliant Sabre 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Reliant Sabre 4 would be higher. At 3,352 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix (208 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1963 Reliant Sabre 4. (70 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 1963 Reliant Sabre 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix weights approximately 812 kg more than 1963 Reliant Sabre 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 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 1963 Reliant Sabre 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix, 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, 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix (291 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Reliant Sabre 4. (123 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Reliant Sabre 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix | 1963 Reliant Sabre 4 | |
| Make | Pontiac | Reliant |
| Model | Grand Prix | Sabre 4 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3352 cc | 1703 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 291 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1609 kg | 797 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 38 L |
