2001 Ford Mondeo vs. 1953 Riley Pathfinder
To start off, 2001 Ford Mondeo is newer by 48 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Mondeo (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1953 Riley Pathfinder. (109 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1953 Riley Pathfinder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Riley Pathfinder weights approximately 152 kg more than 2001 Ford Mondeo.
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, 2001 Ford Mondeo, 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, 1953 Riley Pathfinder (182 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Mondeo. (175 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1953 Riley Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Mondeo | 1953 Riley Pathfinder | |
| Make | Ford | Riley |
| Model | Mondeo | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1953 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2443 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.7 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 120 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 7.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 161 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1383 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 59 L |
