2004 Nissan Quest vs. 1961 Reliant Sabre Six
To start off, 2004 Nissan Quest is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Reliant Sabre Six. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Reliant Sabre Six would be higher. At 3,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Quest (240 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1961 Reliant Sabre Six. (109 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1961 Reliant Sabre Six. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Quest weights approximately 979 kg more than 1961 Reliant Sabre Six. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 Reliant Sabre Six 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 1961 Reliant Sabre Six. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Quest, 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, 2004 Nissan Quest (325 Nm) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Reliant Sabre Six. (186 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Reliant Sabre Six.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Nissan Quest | 1961 Reliant Sabre Six | |
| Make | Nissan | Reliant |
| Model | Quest | Sabre Six |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3495 cc | 2553 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1795 kg | 816 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 38 L |
