2008 GMC Acadia vs. 1963 Reliant Sabre 4
To start off, 2008 GMC Acadia is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Reliant Sabre 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Reliant Sabre 4 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 GMC Acadia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 GMC Acadia (275 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1963 Reliant Sabre 4. (70 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 1963 Reliant Sabre 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Acadia weights approximately 1345 kg more than 1963 Reliant Sabre 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 GMC Acadia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Reliant Sabre 4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 GMC Acadia 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 GMC Acadia (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Reliant Sabre 4. (123 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2008 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Reliant Sabre 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 GMC Acadia | 1963 Reliant Sabre 4 | |
| Make | GMC | Reliant |
| Model | Acadia | Sabre 4 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1703 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2142 kg | 797 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 38 L |
