1992 Jaguar XJS vs. 1963 Reliant Sabre 4
To start off, 1992 Jaguar XJS is newer by 29 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 3,978 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Jaguar XJS (220 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1963 Reliant Sabre 4. (70 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1963 Reliant Sabre 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 933 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1992 Jaguar XJS (377 Nm @ 3650 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Reliant Sabre 4. (123 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1992 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Reliant Sabre 4.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Jaguar XJS | 1963 Reliant Sabre 4 | |
Make | Jaguar | Reliant |
Model | XJS | Sabre 4 |
Year Released | 1992 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3978 cc | 1703 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 377 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3650 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 797 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2290 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 38 L |