2002 Hyundai Equus vs. 1958 Riley 4
To start off, 2002 Hyundai Equus is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Riley 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Riley 4 would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Hyundai Equus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Hyundai Equus (220 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1958 Riley 4. (63 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Hyundai Equus should accelerate faster than 1958 Riley 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Hyundai Equus weights approximately 850 kg more than 1958 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, 2002 Hyundai Equus (380 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Riley 4. (115 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2002 Hyundai Equus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Riley 4.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Hyundai Equus | 1958 Riley 4 | |
Make | Hyundai | Riley |
Model | Equus | 4 |
Year Released | 2002 | 1958 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3497 cc | 1489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5340 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2530 mm |