2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport vs. 1967 Riley Kestrel
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is newer by 41 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 4,394 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport weights approximately 1565 kg more than 1967 Riley Kestrel.
Because 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (440 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 346 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Riley Kestrel. (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Riley Kestrel.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport | 1967 Riley Kestrel | |
| Make | Land Rover | Riley |
| Model | Range Rover Sport | Kestrel |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1967 |
| Engine Size | 4394 cc | 1275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 57 HP |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 2480 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2380 mm |
