1997 Chevrolet Express vs. 1970 Riley 4
To start off, 1997 Chevrolet Express is newer by 27 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 6,505 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chevrolet Express (193 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1970 Riley 4. (67 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1970 Riley 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1252 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1997 Chevrolet Express (583 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 463 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Riley 4. (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Riley 4.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Chevrolet Express | 1970 Riley 4 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Riley |
Model | Express | 4 |
Year Released | 1997 | 1970 |
Body Type | Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6505 cc | 1622 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 193 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 583 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 2400 kg | 1148 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2530 mm |