2005 Mercury Montego vs. 1962 Reliant Sabre Six
To start off, 2005 Mercury Montego is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Reliant Sabre Six. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Reliant Sabre Six would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Montego (203 HP) has 95 more horse power than 1962 Reliant Sabre Six. (108 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Montego should accelerate faster than 1962 Reliant Sabre Six. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Montego weights approximately 916 kg more than 1962 Reliant Sabre Six. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Mercury Montego is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Reliant Sabre Six. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Montego 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, 2005 Mercury Montego (281 Nm) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Reliant Sabre Six. (185 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Reliant Sabre Six.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercury Montego | 1962 Reliant Sabre Six | |
| Make | Mercury | Reliant |
| Model | Montego | Sabre Six |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 2553 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1732 kg | 816 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 38 L |
