2009 Honda Element vs. 1969 Riley 4
To start off, 2009 Honda Element is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Riley 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Riley 4 would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Element (166 HP) has 99 more horse power than 1969 Riley 4. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1969 Riley 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Riley 4 weights approximately 19 kg more than 2009 Honda Element.
Because 2009 Honda Element is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Riley 4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Honda Element 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 Honda Element (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Riley 4. (121 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Riley 4.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Element | 1969 Riley 4 | |
Make | Honda | Riley |
Model | Element | 4 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1969 |
Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1622 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 166 HP | 67 HP |
Torque | 218 Nm | 121 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 76.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96.9 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 16.3:1 | 8.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1129 kg | 1148 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |