2004 Acura TSX vs. 1956 Riley Pathfinder

To start off, 2004 Acura TSX is newer by 48 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, 2004 Acura TSX (200 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1956 Riley Pathfinder. (108 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Acura TSX should accelerate faster than 1956 Riley Pathfinder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Riley Pathfinder weights approximately 36 kg more than 2004 Acura TSX.

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, 2004 Acura TSX, 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, 2004 Acura TSX (225 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Riley Pathfinder. (183 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Acura TSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Riley Pathfinder.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Acura TSX 1956 Riley Pathfinder
Make Acura Riley
Model TSX Pathfinder
Year Released 2004 1956
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2354 cc 2443 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 200 HP 108 HP
Engine RPM 6800 RPM 4400 RPM
Torque 225 Nm 183 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 3000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 87 mm 80.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 99 mm 120 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.5:1 7.3:1
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 1500 kg 1536 kg
Vehicle Length 4660 mm 4650 mm
Vehicle Width 1770 mm 1710 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1530 mm
Wheelbase Size 2680 mm 2860 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 64 L 59 L


 

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