2004 Land Rover Discovery vs. 1965 Riley Kestrel
To start off, 2004 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Riley Kestrel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Riley Kestrel would be higher. At 3,947 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Land Rover Discovery (182 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1965 Riley Kestrel. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1965 Riley Kestrel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1173 kg more than 1965 Riley Kestrel. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Riley Kestrel. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Land Rover Discovery 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 Land Rover Discovery (340 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Riley Kestrel. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Riley Kestrel.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Land Rover Discovery | 1965 Riley Kestrel | |
Make | Land Rover | Riley |
Model | Discovery | Kestrel |
Year Released | 2004 | 1965 |
Engine Size | 3947 cc | 1098 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 84 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 2058 kg | 885 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2380 mm |