2005 Chevrolet Uplander vs. 1960 Riley 4
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Uplander is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Riley 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Riley 4 would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Uplander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Uplander (200 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1960 Riley 4. (63 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Uplander should accelerate faster than 1960 Riley 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Uplander weights approximately 888 kg more than 1960 Riley 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 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 1960 Riley 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Uplander, 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, 2005 Chevrolet Uplander (299 Nm) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Riley 4. (116 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Uplander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Riley 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Uplander | 1960 Riley 4 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Riley |
| Model | Uplander | 4 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1960 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 299 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2028 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 45 L |
