1990 Opel Corsa vs. 1955 Riley Pathfinder
To start off, 1990 Opel Corsa is newer by 35 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 64 more horse power than 1990 Opel Corsa. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1955 Riley Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1990 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Riley Pathfinder weights approximately 765 kg more than 1990 Opel Corsa. 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, 1990 Opel Corsa, 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 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Opel Corsa. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1955 Riley Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Opel Corsa | 1955 Riley Pathfinder | |
Make | Opel | Riley |
Model | Corsa | Pathfinder |
Year Released | 1990 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 993 cc | 2443 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 182 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 7.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 770 kg | 1535 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 59 L |