2005 Ford Expedition vs. 1962 Reliant Sabre 4
To start off, 2005 Ford Expedition is newer by 43 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Expedition (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 230 more horse power than 1962 Reliant Sabre 4. (70 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1962 Reliant Sabre 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Expedition weights approximately 482 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.
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, 2005 Ford Expedition (495 Nm) has 372 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Reliant Sabre 4. (123 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Reliant Sabre 4.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Expedition | 1962 Reliant Sabre 4 | |
Make | Ford | Reliant |
Model | Expedition | Sabre 4 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1702 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 123 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 90.1 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 8.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1279 kg | 797 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2290 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 38 L |