2005 Chrysler 300 vs. 1954 Riley Pathfinder
To start off, 2005 Chrysler 300 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 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chrysler 300 (340 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 1954 Riley Pathfinder. (108 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1954 Riley Pathfinder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 343 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Chrysler 300 (525 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 343 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Riley Pathfinder. (182 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Riley Pathfinder. 2005 Chrysler 300 has automatic transmission and 1954 Riley Pathfinder has manual transmission. 1954 Riley Pathfinder will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Chrysler 300 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chrysler 300 | 1954 Riley Pathfinder | |
| Make | Chrysler | Riley |
| Model | 300 | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1954 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 2443 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 525 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 80.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 120 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 7.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1878 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 59 L |
