2004 Opel Vectra vs. 1965 Riley 4
To start off, 2004 Opel Vectra is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Riley 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Riley 4 would be higher. At 2,958 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Opel Vectra (148 HP) has 81 more horse power than 1965 Riley 4. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1965 Riley 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Vectra weights approximately 490 kg more than 1965 Riley 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 Riley 4 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1965 Riley 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Opel Vectra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Opel Vectra (370 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Riley 4. (121 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Riley 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Opel Vectra | 1965 Riley 4 | |
| Make | Opel | Riley |
| Model | Vectra | 4 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1965 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2958 cc | 1620 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1638 kg | 1148 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 45 L |
