2007 Honda Ridgeline vs. 1967 Riley Kestrel
To start off, 2007 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 40 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Honda Ridgeline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Ridgeline (247 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1967 Riley Kestrel. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 1967 Riley Kestrel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Ridgeline weights approximately 698 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.
Because 2007 Honda Ridgeline is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Riley Kestrel. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Honda Ridgeline 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 Ridgeline (333 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Riley Kestrel. (83 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Riley Kestrel.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Ridgeline | 1967 Riley Kestrel | |
| Make | Honda | Riley |
| Model | Ridgeline | Kestrel |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1967 |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 333 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1586 kg | 888 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 25 L |
