1991 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1954 Riley Pathfinder
To start off, 1991 Chevrolet Suburban 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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Chevrolet Suburban (208 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1954 Riley Pathfinder. (108 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1954 Riley Pathfinder.
Because 1991 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Riley Pathfinder. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Chevrolet Suburban will offer significantly more control. 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 Chevrolet Suburban (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Riley Pathfinder. (182 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Riley Pathfinder. 1991 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 1954 Riley Pathfinder has manual transmission. 1954 Riley Pathfinder will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1991 Chevrolet Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Chevrolet Suburban | 1954 Riley Pathfinder | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Riley |
| Model | Suburban | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1954 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2443 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2860 mm |
