1969 Riley 4 vs. 2010 Acura RDX
To start off, 2010 Acura RDX is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Riley 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Riley 4 would be higher. At 2,300 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Acura RDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Acura RDX (240 HP) has 173 more horse power than 1969 Riley 4. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Acura RDX should accelerate faster than 1969 Riley 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Acura RDX weights approximately 635 kg more than 1969 Riley 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Acura RDX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Riley 4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Acura RDX 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, 2010 Acura RDX (352 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Riley 4. (121 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Acura RDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Riley 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Riley 4 | 2010 Acura RDX | |
| Make | Riley | Acura |
| Model | 4 | RDX |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1622 cc | 2300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 240 HP |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1148 kg | 1783 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4636 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1869 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1654 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 68 L |
