2005 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 1970 Riley 4
To start off, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Riley 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Riley 4 would be higher. At 3,949 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder (270 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1970 Riley 4. (67 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1970 Riley 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 888 kg more than 1970 Riley 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder (395 Nm) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Riley 4. (120 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Riley 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Pathfinder | 1970 Riley 4 | |
| Make | Nissan | Riley |
| Model | Pathfinder | 4 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1970 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3949 cc | 1622 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 395 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2036 kg | 1148 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 45 L |
