1995 Oldsmobile Aurora vs. 1965 Riley 4
To start off, 1995 Oldsmobile Aurora is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Riley 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Riley 4 would be higher. At 3,995 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Oldsmobile Aurora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Oldsmobile Aurora (251 HP) has 184 more horse power than 1965 Riley 4. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Oldsmobile Aurora should accelerate faster than 1965 Riley 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Oldsmobile Aurora weights approximately 572 kg more than 1965 Riley 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 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 1965 Riley 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Oldsmobile Aurora, 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, 1995 Oldsmobile Aurora (353 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Riley 4. (121 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1995 Oldsmobile Aurora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Riley 4.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Oldsmobile Aurora | 1965 Riley 4 | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Riley |
Model | Aurora | 4 |
Year Released | 1995 | 1965 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3995 cc | 1620 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 251 HP | 67 HP |
Torque | 353 Nm | 121 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 76.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 8.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1148 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |