1987 GMC Suburban vs. 1960 Riley One-Point-Five
To start off, 1987 GMC Suburban is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Riley One-Point-Five. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Riley One-Point-Five would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 GMC Suburban (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1960 Riley One-Point-Five. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 1960 Riley One-Point-Five. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 GMC Suburban weights approximately 1305 kg more than 1960 Riley One-Point-Five. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Riley One-Point-Five. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 GMC Suburban 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, 1987 GMC Suburban (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Riley One-Point-Five. (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Riley One-Point-Five.
Compare all specifications:
1987 GMC Suburban | 1960 Riley One-Point-Five | |
Make | GMC | Riley |
Model | Suburban | One-Point-Five |
Year Released | 1987 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4300 cc | 1488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 2240 kg | 935 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2190 mm |