2009 GMC Acadia vs. 1967 Riley 4
To start off, 2009 GMC Acadia 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 GMC Acadia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Acadia (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 1967 Riley 4. (67 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 1967 Riley 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Acadia weights approximately 1287 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 1967 Riley 4 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1967 Riley 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 GMC Acadia, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 GMC Acadia (367 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Riley 4. (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Riley 4.
Compare all specifications:
2009 GMC Acadia | 1967 Riley 4 | |
Make | GMC | Riley |
Model | Acadia | 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 | 288 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 367 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 1148 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 45 L |