2004 Chevrolet Express vs. 1955 Riley Pathfinder
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Express is newer by 49 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 5,359 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Express (285 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1955 Riley Pathfinder. (108 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1955 Riley Pathfinder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1002 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 2004 Chevrolet Express 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, 2004 Chevrolet Express 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, 2004 Chevrolet Express (441 Nm) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Riley Pathfinder. (182 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Riley Pathfinder.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Express | 1955 Riley Pathfinder | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Riley |
| Model | Express | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1955 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5359 cc | 2443 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 7.3:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2537 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 59 L |
