2009 Land Rover Freelander vs. 1965 Riley Kestrel
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Riley Kestrel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Riley Kestrel would be higher. At 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Freelander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Freelander (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1965 Riley Kestrel. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1965 Riley Kestrel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 1823 kg more than 1965 Riley Kestrel. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Riley Kestrel. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Freelander 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 Land Rover Freelander (401 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 317 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Riley Kestrel. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Riley Kestrel.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Land Rover Freelander | 1965 Riley Kestrel | |
| Make | Land Rover | Riley |
| Model | Freelander | Kestrel |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1965 |
| Engine Size | 2179 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 2708 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2380 mm |
