1998 Buick Signia vs. 1962 Reliant Sabre 4
To start off, 1998 Buick Signia is newer by 36 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Buick Signia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Buick Signia (238 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1962 Reliant Sabre 4. (70 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Buick Signia should accelerate faster than 1962 Reliant Sabre 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Buick Signia weights approximately 943 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 1962 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 1962 Reliant Sabre 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Buick Signia, 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, 1998 Buick Signia (387 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Reliant Sabre 4. (123 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1998 Buick Signia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Reliant Sabre 4.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Buick Signia | 1962 Reliant Sabre 4 | |
Make | Buick | Reliant |
Model | Signia | Sabre 4 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3800 cc | 1702 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 387 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 797 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2290 mm |