1987 Peugeot 405 vs. 1953 Riley Pathfinder
To start off, 1987 Peugeot 405 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Riley Pathfinder. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Riley Pathfinder would be higher. At 2,443 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Riley Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Riley Pathfinder (109 HP) has 45 more horse power than 1987 Peugeot 405. (64 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1953 Riley Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1987 Peugeot 405. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Riley Pathfinder weights approximately 425 kg more than 1987 Peugeot 405. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1953 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 1953 Riley Pathfinder. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Peugeot 405, 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, 1953 Riley Pathfinder (182 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Peugeot 405. (122 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1953 Riley Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Peugeot 405.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Peugeot 405 | 1953 Riley Pathfinder | |
| Make | Peugeot | Riley |
| Model | 405 | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2443 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 109 HP |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 120 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 7.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 161 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 59 L |
