1967 Riley Kestrel vs. 2008 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 41 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 2,480 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Jetta (170 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1967 Riley Kestrel. (57 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 1967 Riley Kestrel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 441 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 2008 Volkswagen Jetta 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, 2008 Volkswagen Jetta 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, 2008 Volkswagen Jetta (240 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Riley Kestrel. (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Riley Kestrel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Riley Kestrel | 2008 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Riley | Volkswagen |
| Model | Kestrel | Jetta |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2008 |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 2480 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2580 mm |
