1971 Riley 4 vs. 2013 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2013 Toyota Highlander is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Riley 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Riley 4 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Highlander (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 1971 Riley 4. (67 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1971 Riley 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 747 kg more than 1971 Riley 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Toyota Highlander is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Riley 4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Highlander 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, 2013 Toyota Highlander (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Riley 4. (121 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Riley 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Riley 4 | 2013 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Riley | Toyota |
| Model | 4 | Highlander |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1622 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.3 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 83 mm |
| 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 | 1895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4785 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 73 L |
