2009 Chevrolet Equinox vs. 1967 Riley 4
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Equinox is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Riley 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Riley 4 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Equinox is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Equinox (264 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1967 Riley 4. (67 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Equinox should accelerate faster than 1967 Riley 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Equinox weights approximately 113 kg more than 1967 Riley 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Equinox is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Riley 4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Equinox 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, 2009 Chevrolet Equinox (340 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Riley 4. (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Equinox will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Riley 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Equinox | 1967 Riley 4 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Riley |
| Model | Equinox | 4 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1967 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1622 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 264 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1148 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 45 L |
