2001 Pontiac Grand Prix vs. 1966 Riley Kestrel
To start off, 2001 Pontiac Grand Prix is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Riley Kestrel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Riley Kestrel would be higher. At 3,130 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Pontiac Grand Prix (173 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1966 Riley Kestrel. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 1966 Riley Kestrel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Pontiac Grand Prix weights approximately 591 kg more than 1966 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, 2001 Pontiac Grand Prix (264 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Riley Kestrel. (83 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Riley Kestrel.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Pontiac Grand Prix | 1966 Riley Kestrel | |
| Make | Pontiac | Riley |
| Model | Grand Prix | Kestrel |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1966 |
| Engine Size | 3130 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 264 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 25 L |
