1975 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 1955 Riley Pathfinder
To start off, 1975 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 20 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 14 more horse power than 1975 Mercedes-Benz E. (94 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1955 Riley Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1975 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Riley Pathfinder weights approximately 205 kg more than 1975 Mercedes-Benz E. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1955 Riley Pathfinder (182 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mercedes-Benz E. (160 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1955 Riley Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Mercedes-Benz E | 1955 Riley Pathfinder | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Riley |
| Model | E | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 2443 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2860 mm |
