1966 Riley Kestrel vs. 2009 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2009 Toyota Sienna is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Riley Kestrel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Riley Kestrel would be higher. At 3,455 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Sienna (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 1966 Riley Kestrel. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1966 Riley Kestrel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 1050 kg more than 1966 Riley Kestrel. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Toyota Sienna is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Riley Kestrel. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Sienna 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, 2009 Toyota Sienna (332 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Riley Kestrel. (83 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Riley Kestrel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Riley Kestrel | 2009 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Riley | Toyota |
| Model | Kestrel | Sienna |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2009 |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 3455 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 1935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 76 L |
