2005 Buick Rainier vs. 1954 Riley Pathfinder
To start off, 2005 Buick Rainier is newer by 51 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 4,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Buick Rainier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Buick Rainier (275 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1954 Riley Pathfinder. (108 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 1954 Riley Pathfinder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Rainier weights approximately 552 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 2005 Buick Rainier 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, 2005 Buick Rainier 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, 2005 Buick Rainier (374 Nm) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Riley Pathfinder. (182 Nm). This means 2005 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Riley Pathfinder.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Buick Rainier | 1954 Riley Pathfinder | |
Make | Buick | Riley |
Model | Rainier | Pathfinder |
Year Released | 2005 | 1954 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 2443 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 275 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 374 Nm | 182 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 80.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 120 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2087 kg | 1535 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 59 L |