2009 Pontiac G5 vs. 1953 Riley Pathfinder
To start off, 2009 Pontiac G5 is newer by 56 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, 2009 Pontiac G5 (155 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1953 Riley Pathfinder. (109 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Pontiac G5 should accelerate faster than 1953 Riley Pathfinder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Riley Pathfinder weights approximately 206 kg more than 2009 Pontiac G5.
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, 2009 Pontiac G5, 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, 2009 Pontiac G5 (203 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Riley Pathfinder. (182 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Pontiac G5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Riley Pathfinder.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Pontiac G5 | 1953 Riley Pathfinder | |
| Make | Pontiac | Riley |
| Model | G5 | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1953 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2189 cc | 2443 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 7.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1329 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 59 L |
