2009 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 1970 Riley 4
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 39 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche (307 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 1970 Riley 4. (67 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 1970 Riley 4.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Riley 4. (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Riley 4.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Avalanche | 1970 Riley 4 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Riley |
Model | Avalanche | 4 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1970 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5300 cc | 1622 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 307 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 335 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 8.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 45 L |