1967 Riley Kestrel vs. 2003 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2003 Honda CR-V is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Riley Kestrel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Riley Kestrel would be higher. At 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Honda CR-V (160 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1967 Riley Kestrel. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1967 Riley Kestrel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Honda CR-V weights approximately 590 kg more than 1967 Riley Kestrel. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Riley Kestrel. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Honda CR-V 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, 2003 Honda CR-V (218 Nm) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Riley Kestrel. (83 Nm). This means 2003 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Riley Kestrel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Riley Kestrel | 2003 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Riley | Honda |
| Model | Kestrel | CR-V |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2003 |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 2359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 888 kg | 1478 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 58 L |
