1969 Riley Kestrel vs. 1989 Saab 900
To start off, 1989 Saab 900 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Riley Kestrel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Riley Kestrel would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Saab 900 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Saab 900 (185 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1969 Riley Kestrel. (64 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Saab 900 should accelerate faster than 1969 Riley Kestrel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Saab 900 weights approximately 380 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1989 Saab 900 (273 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Riley Kestrel. (96 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Saab 900 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Riley Kestrel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Riley Kestrel | 1989 Saab 900 | |
| Make | Riley | Saab |
| Model | Kestrel | 900 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1989 |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 273 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2720 mm |
