1955 Riley Pathfinder vs. 2012 Renault Logan

To start off, 2012 Renault Logan is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Riley Pathfinder. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Riley Pathfinder would be higher. At 2,443 cc (4 cylinders), 1955 Riley Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Riley Pathfinder (108 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2012 Renault Logan. (87 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Riley Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2012 Renault Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Riley Pathfinder weights approximately 480 kg more than 2012 Renault Logan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1955 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 1955 Riley Pathfinder. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Renault Logan, 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, 1955 Riley Pathfinder (182 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Renault Logan. (127 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1955 Riley Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Renault Logan.

Compare all specifications:

1955 Riley Pathfinder 2012 Renault Logan
Make Riley Renault
Model Pathfinder Logan
Year Released 1955 2012
Body Type Sedan Sedan
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 2 valves
Horse Power 108 HP 87 HP
Engine RPM 4500 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 182 Nm 127 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 4250 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 7.3:1 9.5:1
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 1055 kg
Vehicle Length 4650 mm 4250 mm
Vehicle Width 1710 mm 1750 mm
Vehicle Height 1530 mm 1540 mm
Wheelbase Size 2860 mm 2640 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 59 L 50 L


 

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