2004 Mercury Monterey vs. 1956 Riley Pathfinder
To start off, 2004 Mercury Monterey 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 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mercury Monterey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercury Monterey (201 HP) has 93 more horse power than 1956 Riley Pathfinder. (108 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Monterey should accelerate faster than 1956 Riley Pathfinder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 433 kg more than 1956 Riley Pathfinder. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Mercury Monterey, 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 Mercury Monterey (357 Nm) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Riley Pathfinder. (183 Nm). This means 2004 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Riley Pathfinder.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mercury Monterey | 1956 Riley Pathfinder | |
| Make | Mercury | Riley |
| Model | Monterey | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1956 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 2443 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 120 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 7.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1969 kg | 1536 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 59 L |
