2009 GMC Canyon vs. 1955 Riley Pathfinder
To start off, 2009 GMC Canyon is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Riley Pathfinder. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Riley Pathfinder would be higher. At 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Canyon (186 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1955 Riley Pathfinder. (108 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 1955 Riley Pathfinder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Canyon weights approximately 195 kg more than 1955 Riley Pathfinder. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 GMC Canyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Riley Pathfinder. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 GMC Canyon 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, 2009 GMC Canyon (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Riley Pathfinder. (182 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Riley Pathfinder.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 GMC Canyon | 1955 Riley Pathfinder | |
| Make | GMC | Riley |
| Model | Canyon | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1955 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2901 cc | 2443 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 186 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 7.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 59 L |
