1991 Audi 100 vs. 1954 Riley Pathfinder
To start off, 1991 Audi 100 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Riley Pathfinder. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Riley Pathfinder would be higher. At 2,443 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Riley Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Audi 100 (165 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1954 Riley Pathfinder. (108 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1954 Riley Pathfinder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Riley Pathfinder weights approximately 125 kg more than 1991 Audi 100.
Because 1954 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 1954 Riley Pathfinder. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Audi 100, 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, 1991 Audi 100 (240 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Riley Pathfinder. (182 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Riley Pathfinder.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Audi 100 | 1954 Riley Pathfinder | |
Make | Audi | Riley |
Model | 100 | Pathfinder |
Year Released | 1991 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2224 cc | 2443 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 165 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 182 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 80.6 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 | 1410 kg | 1535 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2860 mm |