1999 Jeep Cherokee vs. 1955 Riley Pathfinder
To start off, 1999 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 44 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 2,464 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Jeep Cherokee (120 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1955 Riley Pathfinder. (108 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1955 Riley Pathfinder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Riley Pathfinder weights approximately 105 kg more than 1999 Jeep Cherokee.
Because 1999 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Riley Pathfinder. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Jeep Cherokee will offer significantly more control. 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, 1999 Jeep Cherokee (194 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Riley Pathfinder. (182 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Riley Pathfinder. 1999 Jeep Cherokee has automatic transmission and 1955 Riley Pathfinder has manual transmission. 1955 Riley Pathfinder will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Jeep Cherokee will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Jeep Cherokee | 1955 Riley Pathfinder | |
| Make | Jeep | Riley |
| Model | Cherokee | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1955 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2464 cc | 2443 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 194 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2860 mm |
