2008 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1962 Reliant Sabre 4
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 46 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 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban (352 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 282 more horse power than 1962 Reliant Sabre 4. (70 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1962 Reliant Sabre 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1403 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.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Reliant Sabre 4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban 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, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban (519 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 396 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Reliant Sabre 4. (123 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Reliant Sabre 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Suburban | 1962 Reliant Sabre 4 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Reliant |
| Model | Suburban | Sabre 4 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5967 cc | 1702 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 352 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 519 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 797 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 148 L | 38 L |
