1954 Riley Pathfinder vs. 2004 Volvo S60
To start off, 2004 Volvo S60 is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Riley Pathfinder. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Riley Pathfinder would be higher. At 2,524 cc (5 cylinders), 2004 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volvo S60 (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1954 Riley Pathfinder. (108 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 1954 Riley Pathfinder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Riley Pathfinder weights approximately 110 kg more than 2004 Volvo S60.
Because 1954 Riley Pathfinder 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 1954 Riley Pathfinder. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Volvo S60, 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, 2004 Volvo S60 (340 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Riley Pathfinder. (182 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Riley Pathfinder.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Riley Pathfinder | 2004 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Riley | Volvo |
| Model | Pathfinder | S60 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2443 cc | 2524 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 70 L |
