1994 Mazda 626 vs. 1955 Riley Pathfinder
To start off, 1994 Mazda 626 is newer by 39 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, both vehicles can yield 108 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Riley Pathfinder weights approximately 315 kg more than 1994 Mazda 626.
Let's talk about torque, 1955 Riley Pathfinder (182 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mazda 626. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1955 Riley Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Mazda 626 | 1955 Riley Pathfinder | |
| Make | Mazda | Riley |
| Model | 626 | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1955 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2443 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 7.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2860 mm |
