1995 Dodge Dakota vs. 1961 Reliant Sabre 4
To start off, 1995 Dodge Dakota is newer by 34 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 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Dodge Dakota (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1961 Reliant Sabre 4. (70 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1961 Reliant Sabre 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 792 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 1995 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Reliant Sabre 4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Dodge Dakota 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, 1995 Dodge Dakota (399 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Reliant Sabre 4. (123 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1995 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Reliant Sabre 4. 1995 Dodge Dakota has automatic transmission and 1961 Reliant Sabre 4 has manual transmission. 1961 Reliant Sabre 4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Dodge Dakota will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Dodge Dakota | 1961 Reliant Sabre 4 | |
| Make | Dodge | Reliant |
| Model | Dakota | Sabre 4 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4701 cc | 1703 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 399 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 798 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2290 mm |
