2009 Dodge Durango vs. 1962 Reliant Sabre 4
To start off, 2009 Dodge Durango is newer by 47 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 4,699 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Durango (303 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 233 more horse power than 1962 Reliant Sabre 4. (70 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 1962 Reliant Sabre 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Durango weights approximately 894 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Dodge Durango (447 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 324 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Reliant Sabre 4. (123 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Reliant Sabre 4.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Durango | 1962 Reliant Sabre 4 | |
Make | Dodge | Reliant |
Model | Durango | Sabre 4 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4699 cc | 1702 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 303 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 797 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2290 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 38 L |