1993 De Tomaso Guara vs. 1956 Riley Pathfinder
To start off, 1993 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Riley Pathfinder. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Riley Pathfinder would be higher. At 4,599 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 De Tomaso Guara (397 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 289 more horse power than 1956 Riley Pathfinder. (108 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1956 Riley Pathfinder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Riley Pathfinder weights approximately 402 kg more than 1993 De Tomaso Guara.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1993 De Tomaso Guara (501 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Riley Pathfinder. (183 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Riley Pathfinder.
Compare all specifications:
1993 De Tomaso Guara | 1956 Riley Pathfinder | |
Make | De Tomaso | Riley |
Model | Guara | Pathfinder |
Year Released | 1993 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4599 cc | 2443 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 397 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 501 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 80.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 120 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 7.3:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1134 kg | 1536 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 59 L |