1969 Riley Kestrel vs. 2012 Honda Accord Crosstour
To start off, 2012 Honda Accord Crosstour is newer by 43 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Honda Accord Crosstour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Accord Crosstour (271 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1969 Riley Kestrel. (64 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Accord Crosstour should accelerate faster than 1969 Riley Kestrel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Accord Crosstour weights approximately 837 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, 2012 Honda Accord Crosstour (344 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Riley Kestrel. (96 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Honda Accord Crosstour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Riley Kestrel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Riley Kestrel | 2012 Honda Accord Crosstour | |
| Make | Riley | Honda |
| Model | Kestrel | Accord Crosstour |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2012 |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1747 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4999 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1897 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1669 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2797 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 70 L |
