1967 Riley Kestrel vs. 2004 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2004 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 37 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 2,184 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan X-Trail (112 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1967 Riley Kestrel. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 1967 Riley Kestrel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 712 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 2004 Nissan X-Trail 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, 2004 Nissan X-Trail 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, 2004 Nissan X-Trail (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Riley Kestrel. (83 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Riley Kestrel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Riley Kestrel | 2004 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Riley | Nissan |
| Model | Kestrel | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2004 |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 2184 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 16.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 888 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 60 L |
