2004 Pontiac Vibe vs. 1954 Riley Pathfinder
To start off, 2004 Pontiac Vibe 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 Pontiac Vibe (122 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1954 Riley Pathfinder. (108 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Pontiac Vibe should accelerate faster than 1954 Riley Pathfinder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Riley Pathfinder weights approximately 310 kg more than 2004 Pontiac Vibe.
Because 2004 Pontiac Vibe 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 Pontiac Vibe 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, 1954 Riley Pathfinder (182 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Pontiac Vibe. (160 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1954 Riley Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Pontiac Vibe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Pontiac Vibe | 1954 Riley Pathfinder | |
| Make | Pontiac | Riley |
| Model | Vibe | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1954 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2443 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.1 mm | 80.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 120 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 59 L |
