1995 Ford Explorer vs. 1957 Riley Pathfinder
To start off, 1995 Ford Explorer is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Riley Pathfinder. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Riley Pathfinder would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Explorer (215 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1957 Riley Pathfinder. (108 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1957 Riley Pathfinder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Explorer weights approximately 469 kg more than 1957 Riley Pathfinder. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Ford Explorer (399 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Riley Pathfinder. (183 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Riley Pathfinder.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Explorer | 1957 Riley Pathfinder | |
| Make | Ford | Riley |
| Model | Explorer | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1957 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 399 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 120 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2004 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2860 mm |
