2004 Dodge Ram vs. 1964 Reliant Sabre Six
To start off, 2004 Dodge Ram is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Reliant Sabre Six. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Reliant Sabre Six would be higher. At 8,276 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Ram (493 HP) has 385 more horse power than 1964 Reliant Sabre Six. (108 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1964 Reliant Sabre Six. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1471 kg more than 1964 Reliant Sabre Six. 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, 2004 Dodge Ram (712 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 527 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Reliant Sabre Six. (185 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2004 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Reliant Sabre Six.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Ram | 1964 Reliant Sabre Six | |
| Make | Dodge | Reliant |
| Model | Ram | Sabre Six |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8276 cc | 2552 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 712 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2268 kg | 797 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 38 L |
