2004 Jaguar S-Type vs. 1971 Riley 4
To start off, 2004 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Riley 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Riley 4 would be higher. At 2,722 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Jaguar S-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Jaguar S-Type (204 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1971 Riley 4. (67 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 1971 Riley 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 574 kg more than 1971 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, 2004 Jaguar S-Type (436 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 315 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Riley 4. (121 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Riley 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Jaguar S-Type | 1971 Riley 4 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Riley |
| Model | S-Type | 4 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2722 cc | 1622 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 436 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 76.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1722 kg | 1148 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 45 L |
