1998 Opel Astra vs. 1954 Riley Pathfinder
To start off, 1998 Opel Astra is newer by 44 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 2,443 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Riley Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Riley Pathfinder (108 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1998 Opel Astra. (74 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Riley Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1998 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Riley Pathfinder weights approximately 335 kg more than 1998 Opel Astra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1954 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 1954 Riley Pathfinder. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Opel Astra, 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, 1954 Riley Pathfinder (182 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Opel Astra. (165 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1954 Riley Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Opel Astra | 1954 Riley Pathfinder | |
Make | Opel | Riley |
Model | Astra | Pathfinder |
Year Released | 1998 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1698 cc | 2443 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 182 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 7.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1535 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 59 L |