1995 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 1955 Riley Pathfinder
To start off, 1995 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 40 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 3,776 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Chrysler Town & Country (163 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1955 Riley Pathfinder. (108 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1955 Riley Pathfinder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 269 kg more than 1955 Riley Pathfinder. 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, 1995 Chrysler Town & Country, 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, 1995 Chrysler Town & Country (289 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Riley Pathfinder. (182 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Riley Pathfinder.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Chrysler Town & Country | 1955 Riley Pathfinder | |
Make | Chrysler | Riley |
Model | Town & Country | Pathfinder |
Year Released | 1995 | 1955 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3776 cc | 2443 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 289 Nm | 182 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1804 kg | 1535 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2860 mm |