1984 Audi 200 vs. 1957 Riley Pathfinder

To start off, 1984 Audi 200 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Riley Pathfinder. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Riley Pathfinder would be higher. At 2,442 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Riley Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Audi 200 (180 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1957 Riley Pathfinder. (108 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Audi 200 should accelerate faster than 1957 Riley Pathfinder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Riley Pathfinder weights approximately 245 kg more than 1984 Audi 200.

Because 1957 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 1957 Riley Pathfinder. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Audi 200, 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, 1984 Audi 200 (253 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Riley Pathfinder. (183 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 Audi 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Riley Pathfinder.

Compare all specifications:

1984 Audi 200 1957 Riley Pathfinder
Make Audi Riley
Model 200 Pathfinder
Year Released 1984 1957
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2144 cc 2442 cc
Engine Cylinders 5 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 180 HP 108 HP
Engine RPM 5700 RPM 4400 RPM
Torque 253 Nm 183 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 3000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 79.5 mm 80.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86.4 mm 120 mm
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1290 kg 1535 kg
Vehicle Length 4810 mm 4650 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1710 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1530 mm
Wheelbase Size 2690 mm 2860 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 80 L 59 L


 

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