2005 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 1961 Riley 4
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Riley 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Riley 4 would be higher. At 4,807 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe (260 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1961 Riley 4. (63 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1961 Riley 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 1120 kg more than 1961 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, 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Riley 4. (115 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Riley 4.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chevrolet Tahoe | 1961 Riley 4 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Riley |
Model | Tahoe | 4 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1961 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4807 cc | 1489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 7.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2260 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 45 L |