2000 Jeep Wrangler vs. 1967 Riley Kestrel
To start off, 2000 Jeep Wrangler is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Riley Kestrel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Riley Kestrel would be higher. At 2,464 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Jeep Wrangler (123 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1967 Riley Kestrel. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Jeep Wrangler should accelerate faster than 1967 Riley Kestrel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 507 kg more than 1967 Riley Kestrel. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Jeep Wrangler is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Riley Kestrel. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Jeep Wrangler 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, 2000 Jeep Wrangler (193 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Riley Kestrel. (83 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Riley Kestrel.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Jeep Wrangler | 1967 Riley Kestrel | |
| Make | Jeep | Riley |
| Model | Wrangler | Kestrel |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1967 |
| Engine Size | 2464 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 193 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 888 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 25 L |
