2004 Holden Frontera vs. 1970 Riley 4
To start off, 2004 Holden Frontera is newer by 34 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 3,165 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Holden Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Holden Frontera (202 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1970 Riley 4. (67 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Holden Frontera should accelerate faster than 1970 Riley 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Holden Frontera weights approximately 552 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.
Because 2004 Holden Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Riley 4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Holden Frontera 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, 2004 Holden Frontera (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Riley 4. (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Holden Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Riley 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Holden Frontera | 1970 Riley 4 | |
| Make | Holden | Riley |
| Model | Frontera | 4 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3165 cc | 1622 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1148 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2530 mm |
