1971 Mazda Luce vs. 1955 Riley Pathfinder
To start off, 1971 Mazda Luce is newer by 16 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 2,443 cc (4 cylinders), 1955 Riley Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Riley Pathfinder (108 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1971 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1955 Riley Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Riley Pathfinder weights approximately 485 kg more than 1971 Mazda Luce. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1955 Riley Pathfinder (182 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1955 Riley Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Mazda Luce | 1955 Riley Pathfinder | |
Make | Mazda | Riley |
Model | Luce | Pathfinder |
Year Released | 1971 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1490 cc | 2443 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 118 Nm | 182 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1535 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2860 mm |