2008 Jeep Commander vs. 1969 Riley Kestrel
To start off, 2008 Jeep Commander is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Riley Kestrel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Riley Kestrel would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Commander (330 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 266 more horse power than 1969 Riley Kestrel. (64 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 1969 Riley Kestrel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Commander weights approximately 956 kg more than 1969 Riley Kestrel. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Jeep Commander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Riley Kestrel. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Commander 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, 2008 Jeep Commander (509 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 413 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Riley Kestrel. (96 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Riley Kestrel.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jeep Commander | 1969 Riley Kestrel | |
| Make | Jeep | Riley |
| Model | Commander | Kestrel |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1969 |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 1275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1866 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 25 L |
