1960 Riley 4 vs. 1989 Volvo 440
To start off, 1989 Volvo 440 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Riley 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Riley 4 would be higher. At 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Volvo 440 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Volvo 440 (120 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1960 Riley 4. (63 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Volvo 440 should accelerate faster than 1960 Riley 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Riley 4 weights approximately 80 kg more than 1989 Volvo 440.
Because 1960 Riley 4 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 1960 Riley 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Volvo 440, 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, 1989 Volvo 440 (175 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Riley 4. (116 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1989 Volvo 440 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Riley 4.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Riley 4 | 1989 Volvo 440 | |
Make | Riley | Volvo |
Model | 4 | 440 |
Year Released | 1960 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1721 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 116 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 81.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 83.5 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |