1995 Honda Accord vs. 1969 Riley Kestrel
To start off, 1995 Honda Accord is newer by 26 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 2,156 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Honda Accord (148 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1969 Riley Kestrel. (64 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1969 Riley Kestrel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Honda Accord weights approximately 208 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, 1995 Honda Accord (198 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Riley Kestrel. (96 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Riley Kestrel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Honda Accord | 1969 Riley Kestrel | |
| Make | Honda | Riley |
| Model | Accord | Kestrel |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1969 |
| Engine Size | 2156 cc | 1275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 198 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1118 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1350 mm |
