1968 Opel Commodore vs. 1969 Riley Kestrel
To start off, 1969 Riley Kestrel is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Opel Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Opel Commodore would be higher. At 2,239 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Opel Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Opel Commodore (94 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1969 Riley Kestrel. (64 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Opel Commodore should accelerate faster than 1969 Riley Kestrel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Opel Commodore weights approximately 266 kg more than 1969 Riley Kestrel. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Opel Commodore 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 1968 Opel Commodore. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1969 Riley Kestrel, 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, 1968 Opel Commodore (157 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Riley Kestrel. (96 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 Opel Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Riley Kestrel.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Opel Commodore | 1969 Riley Kestrel | |
Make | Opel | Riley |
Model | Commodore | Kestrel |
Year Released | 1968 | 1969 |
Engine Size | 2239 cc | 1275 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 96 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1176 kg | 910 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2380 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 25 L |