2001 Dodge Intrepid vs. 1969 Riley 4
To start off, 2001 Dodge Intrepid is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Riley 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Riley 4 would be higher. At 3,517 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Dodge Intrepid is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Dodge Intrepid (242 HP) has 175 more horse power than 1969 Riley 4. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Dodge Intrepid should accelerate faster than 1969 Riley 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Dodge Intrepid weights approximately 422 kg more than 1969 Riley 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 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 1969 Riley 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Dodge Intrepid, 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, 2001 Dodge Intrepid (306 Nm) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Riley 4. (121 Nm). This means 2001 Dodge Intrepid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Riley 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Dodge Intrepid | 1969 Riley 4 | |
| Make | Dodge | Riley |
| Model | Intrepid | 4 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3517 cc | 1622 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1148 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2530 mm |
