2005 Ford Escape vs. 1964 Reliant Sabre Six
To start off, 2005 Ford Escape is newer by 41 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 2,552 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Reliant Sabre Six is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Escape (124 HP) has 16 more horse power than 1964 Reliant Sabre Six. (108 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1964 Reliant Sabre Six. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Escape weights approximately 673 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.
Because 2005 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Reliant Sabre Six. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Escape 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, 1964 Reliant Sabre Six (185 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Escape. (168 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1964 Reliant Sabre Six will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Escape | 1964 Reliant Sabre Six | |
| Make | Ford | Reliant |
| Model | Escape | Sabre Six |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 2552 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 797 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 38 L |
