1996 Pontiac Grand Prix vs. 1957 Riley Pathfinder
To start off, 1996 Pontiac Grand Prix is newer by 39 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 3,134 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Pontiac Grand Prix (158 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1957 Riley Pathfinder. (108 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 1957 Riley Pathfinder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Riley Pathfinder weights approximately 65 kg more than 1996 Pontiac Grand Prix.
Because 1957 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 1957 Riley Pathfinder. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Pontiac Grand Prix, 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, 1996 Pontiac Grand Prix (251 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Riley Pathfinder. (183 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Riley Pathfinder. 1996 Pontiac Grand Prix has automatic transmission and 1957 Riley Pathfinder has manual transmission. 1957 Riley Pathfinder will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Pontiac Grand Prix will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Pontiac Grand Prix | 1957 Riley Pathfinder | |
| Make | Pontiac | Riley |
| Model | Grand Prix | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1957 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3134 cc | 2442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 120 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 59 L |
