2005 Mitsubishi Endeavor vs. 1955 Riley Pathfinder
To start off, 2005 Mitsubishi Endeavor is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Riley Pathfinder. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Riley Pathfinder would be higher. At 3,835 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mitsubishi Endeavor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mitsubishi Endeavor (225 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1955 Riley Pathfinder. (108 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Endeavor should accelerate faster than 1955 Riley Pathfinder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Endeavor weights approximately 223 kg more than 1955 Riley Pathfinder. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1955 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 1955 Riley Pathfinder. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Endeavor, 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, 2005 Mitsubishi Endeavor (346 Nm) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Riley Pathfinder. (182 Nm). This means 2005 Mitsubishi Endeavor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Riley Pathfinder.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mitsubishi Endeavor | 1955 Riley Pathfinder | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Riley |
| Model | Endeavor | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1955 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3835 cc | 2443 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 7.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1758 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 59 L |
