2007 Nissan Xterra vs. 1970 Riley 4
To start off, 2007 Nissan Xterra is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Riley 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Riley 4 would be higher. At 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Xterra (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1970 Riley 4. (67 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 1970 Riley 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 392 kg more than 1970 Riley 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Nissan Xterra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Riley 4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Xterra 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 Nissan Xterra (382 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Riley 4. (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Xterra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Riley 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Nissan Xterra | 1970 Riley 4 | |
| Make | Nissan | Riley |
| Model | Xterra | 4 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1970 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3954 cc | 1622 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 382 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1148 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 45 L |
