2007 Nissan Versa vs. 1953 Riley Pathfinder
To start off, 2007 Nissan Versa 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, 2007 Nissan Versa (122 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1953 Riley Pathfinder. (109 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Versa should accelerate faster than 1953 Riley Pathfinder.
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 Nissan Versa, 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 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Versa. (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1953 Riley Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Versa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Nissan Versa | 1953 Riley Pathfinder | |
| Make | Nissan | Riley |
| Model | Versa | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1953 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 2443 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 120 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 59 L |
