2007 Honda CR-V vs. 1966 Riley Kestrel
To start off, 2007 Honda CR-V is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Riley Kestrel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Riley Kestrel would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda CR-V (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1966 Riley Kestrel. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1966 Riley Kestrel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda CR-V weights approximately 190 kg more than 1966 Riley Kestrel. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Riley Kestrel. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Honda CR-V 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, 2007 Honda CR-V (218 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Riley Kestrel. (83 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Riley Kestrel.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda CR-V | 1966 Riley Kestrel | |
| Make | Honda | Riley |
| Model | CR-V | Kestrel |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1966 |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 25 L |
