2005 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 1957 Riley 2.6
To start off, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Riley 2.6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Riley 2.6 would be higher. At 3,950 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder (270 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1957 Riley 2.6. (101 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1957 Riley 2.6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 440 kg more than 1957 Riley 2.6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Nissan Pathfinder is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Riley 2.6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder 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 Nissan Pathfinder (395 Nm) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Riley 2.6. (194 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Riley 2.6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Pathfinder | 1957 Riley 2.6 | |
| Make | Nissan | Riley |
| Model | Pathfinder | 2.6 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 2639 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 395 Nm | 194 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2080 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 54 L |
