2007 Buick Lucerne vs. 1953 Riley Pathfinder
To start off, 2007 Buick Lucerne is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Riley Pathfinder. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Riley Pathfinder would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Buick Lucerne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Buick Lucerne (198 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1953 Riley Pathfinder. (109 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 1953 Riley Pathfinder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 15 kg more than 1953 Riley Pathfinder. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1953 Riley Pathfinder is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1953 Riley Pathfinder. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Buick Lucerne, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Buick Lucerne (308 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Riley Pathfinder. (182 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Riley Pathfinder. 2007 Buick Lucerne has automatic transmission and 1953 Riley Pathfinder has manual transmission. 1953 Riley Pathfinder will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Buick Lucerne will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Buick Lucerne | 1953 Riley Pathfinder | |
| Make | Buick | Riley |
| Model | Lucerne | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1953 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2443 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 198 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 308 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 120 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 7.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 59 L |
