2001 Acura EL vs. 1956 Riley Pathfinder
To start off, 2001 Acura EL is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Riley Pathfinder. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Riley Pathfinder would be higher. At 2,443 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Riley Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Acura EL (124 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1956 Riley Pathfinder. (108 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Acura EL should accelerate faster than 1956 Riley Pathfinder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Riley Pathfinder weights approximately 356 kg more than 2001 Acura EL.
Because 1956 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 1956 Riley Pathfinder. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Acura EL, 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, 1956 Riley Pathfinder (183 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Acura EL. (155 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1956 Riley Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Acura EL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Acura EL | 1956 Riley Pathfinder | |
| Make | Acura | Riley |
| Model | EL | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1956 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1666 cc | 2443 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1536 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2860 mm |
