2005 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1954 Riley Pathfinder
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Suburban 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 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Suburban (335 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 1954 Riley Pathfinder. (108 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1954 Riley Pathfinder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1084 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 Chevrolet Suburban 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 Chevrolet Suburban 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 Chevrolet Suburban (509 Nm) has 327 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Riley Pathfinder. (182 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Riley Pathfinder.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Suburban | 1954 Riley Pathfinder | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Riley |
| Model | Suburban | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1954 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 2443 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 80.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 120 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 7.3:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2619 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 140 L | 59 L |
