2006 Mercury Mariner vs. 1961 Reliant Sabre 4
To start off, 2006 Mercury Mariner is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Reliant Sabre 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Reliant Sabre 4 would be higher. At 2,262 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mercury Mariner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercury Mariner (133 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1961 Reliant Sabre 4. (70 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Mariner should accelerate faster than 1961 Reliant Sabre 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 1127 kg more than 1961 Reliant Sabre 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Mercury Mariner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Reliant Sabre 4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Mariner 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, 2006 Mercury Mariner (168 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Reliant Sabre 4. (123 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Mariner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Reliant Sabre 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercury Mariner | 1961 Reliant Sabre 4 | |
| Make | Mercury | Reliant |
| Model | Mariner | Sabre 4 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 1703 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 798 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 38 L |
