2003 Mazda Tribute vs. 1954 Riley Pathfinder
To start off, 2003 Mazda Tribute is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Riley Pathfinder. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Riley Pathfinder would be higher. At 2,443 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Riley Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mazda Tribute (122 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1954 Riley Pathfinder. (108 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1954 Riley Pathfinder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Riley Pathfinder weights approximately 110 kg more than 2003 Mazda Tribute.
Because 1954 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 1954 Riley Pathfinder. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Mazda Tribute, 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, 1954 Riley Pathfinder (182 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda Tribute. (175 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1954 Riley Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda Tribute.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Mazda Tribute | 1954 Riley Pathfinder | |
| Make | Mazda | Riley |
| Model | Tribute | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1954 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 2443 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 7.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 59 L |
