1956 Riley Pathfinder vs. 2005 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Riley Pathfinder. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Riley Pathfinder would be higher. At 2,443 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Riley Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Touran (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1956 Riley Pathfinder. (108 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Touran should accelerate faster than 1956 Riley Pathfinder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 132 kg more than 1956 Riley Pathfinder. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1956 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 1956 Riley Pathfinder. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Touran, 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, 2005 Volkswagen Touran (310 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Riley Pathfinder. (183 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Riley Pathfinder.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Riley Pathfinder | 2005 Volkswagen Touran | |
Make | Riley | Volkswagen |
Model | Pathfinder | Touran |
Year Released | 1956 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2443 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.3:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 1668 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 60 L |