1954 Riley Pathfinder vs. 2012 Nissan Qashqai
To start off, 2012 Nissan Qashqai is newer by 58 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 2,443 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Riley Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Qashqai (112 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1954 Riley Pathfinder. (108 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Qashqai should accelerate faster than 1954 Riley Pathfinder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Riley Pathfinder weights approximately 163 kg more than 2012 Nissan Qashqai.
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, 2012 Nissan Qashqai, 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, 1954 Riley Pathfinder (182 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan Qashqai. (161 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1954 Riley Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan Qashqai.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Riley Pathfinder | 2012 Nissan Qashqai | |
| Make | Riley | Nissan |
| Model | Pathfinder | Qashqai |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2443 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 120 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1372 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 65 L |
