2007 Hyundai Elantra vs. 1953 Riley Pathfinder
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Elantra 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 2,443 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Riley Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Riley Pathfinder (109 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2007 Hyundai Elantra. (104 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1953 Riley Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2007 Hyundai Elantra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Riley Pathfinder weights approximately 335 kg more than 2007 Hyundai Elantra. 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 Hyundai Elantra, 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, 1953 Riley Pathfinder (182 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai Elantra. (143 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1953 Riley Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Hyundai Elantra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Hyundai Elantra | 1953 Riley Pathfinder | |
| Make | Hyundai | Riley |
| Model | Elantra | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1953 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 2443 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.6 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 120 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 7.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 59 L |
