2004 Nissan Terrano II vs. 1954 Riley Pathfinder
To start off, 2004 Nissan Terrano II is newer by 50 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, 2004 Nissan Terrano II (116 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1954 Riley Pathfinder. (108 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Terrano II should accelerate faster than 1954 Riley Pathfinder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Terrano II weights approximately 90 kg more than 1954 Riley Pathfinder. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Nissan Terrano II is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Riley Pathfinder. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Terrano II 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 Nissan Terrano II (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Riley Pathfinder. (182 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Nissan Terrano II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Riley Pathfinder.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Nissan Terrano II | 1954 Riley Pathfinder | |
| Make | Nissan | Riley |
| Model | Terrano II | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1954 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2388 cc | 2443 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2860 mm |
