1970 Riley 4 vs. 1997 Acura RL
To start off, 1997 Acura RL is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Riley 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Riley 4 would be higher. At 3,472 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Acura RL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Acura RL (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1970 Riley 4. (67 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 1970 Riley 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Acura RL weights approximately 527 kg more than 1970 Riley 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Riley 4 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 1970 Riley 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Acura RL, 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, 1997 Acura RL (304 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Riley 4. (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1997 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Riley 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Riley 4 | 1997 Acura RL | |
| Make | Riley | Acura |
| Model | 4 | RL |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1622 cc | 3472 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1148 kg | 1675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 50 L |
