2004 Jeep Liberty vs. 1971 Riley 4
To start off, 2004 Jeep Liberty 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 3,686 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Jeep Liberty (210 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1971 Riley 4. (67 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jeep Liberty should accelerate faster than 1971 Riley 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 686 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.
Because 2004 Jeep Liberty is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Riley 4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Jeep Liberty 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 Jeep Liberty (319 Nm) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Riley 4. (121 Nm). This means 2004 Jeep Liberty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Riley 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Jeep Liberty | 1971 Riley 4 | |
| Make | Jeep | Riley |
| Model | Liberty | 4 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1971 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3686 cc | 1622 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 76.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1834 kg | 1148 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 45 L |
