2009 Jeep Commander vs. 1966 Riley Kestrel
To start off, 2009 Jeep Commander is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Riley Kestrel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Riley Kestrel would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Commander (229 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1966 Riley Kestrel. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 1966 Riley Kestrel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Commander weights approximately 1420 kg more than 1966 Riley Kestrel. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Jeep Commander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Riley Kestrel. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Commander 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 Jeep Commander (410 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 327 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Riley Kestrel. (83 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Riley Kestrel.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jeep Commander | 1966 Riley Kestrel | |
| Make | Jeep | Riley |
| Model | Commander | Kestrel |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1966 |
| Engine Size | 4701 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 229 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 2305 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 25 L |
