2006 Buick Rendezvous vs. 1963 Reliant Sabre Six
To start off, 2006 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Reliant Sabre Six. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Reliant Sabre Six would be higher. At 3,489 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Buick Rendezvous is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Buick Rendezvous (195 HP) has 87 more horse power than 1963 Reliant Sabre Six. (108 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 1963 Reliant Sabre Six. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 1060 kg more than 1963 Reliant Sabre Six. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 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 1963 Reliant Sabre Six. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Buick Rendezvous, 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, 2006 Buick Rendezvous (292 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Reliant Sabre Six. (185 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Reliant Sabre Six.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Buick Rendezvous | 1963 Reliant Sabre Six | |
Make | Buick | Reliant |
Model | Rendezvous | Sabre Six |
Year Released | 2006 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3489 cc | 2553 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 108 HP |
Torque | 292 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 82.6 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1858 kg | 798 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2290 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 38 L |