1970 Riley 4 vs. 2006 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2006 Toyota Tundra is newer by 36 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Tundra (236 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1970 Riley 4. (67 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1970 Riley 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 207 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 2006 Toyota Tundra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Riley 4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Tundra 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, 2006 Toyota Tundra (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Riley 4. (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Riley 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Riley 4 | 2006 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Riley | Toyota |
| Model | 4 | Tundra |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1622 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 236 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1148 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 5550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 100 L |
