2006 Opel Vectra vs. 1967 Riley Kestrel
To start off, 2006 Opel Vectra is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Riley Kestrel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Riley Kestrel would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Opel Vectra (153 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1967 Riley Kestrel. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1967 Riley Kestrel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Vectra weights approximately 582 kg more than 1967 Riley Kestrel. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 2006 Opel Vectra (220 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Riley Kestrel. (83 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Riley Kestrel.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Opel Vectra | 1967 Riley Kestrel | |
| Make | Opel | Riley |
| Model | Vectra | Kestrel |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1967 |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 888 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 25 L |
