1968 Riley 4 vs. 2012 Nissan NV
To start off, 2012 Nissan NV is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Riley 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Riley 4 would be higher. At 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Nissan NV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan NV (317 HP) has 250 more horse power than 1968 Riley 4. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan NV should accelerate faster than 1968 Riley 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan NV weights approximately 1518 kg more than 1968 Riley 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2012 Nissan NV (521 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 400 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Riley 4. (121 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan NV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Riley 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Riley 4 | 2012 Nissan NV | |
| Make | Riley | Nissan |
| Model | 4 | NV |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1622 cc | 5600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 317 HP |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 521 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1148 kg | 2666 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 6111 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 2029 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 2156 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3711 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 106 L |
