2007 Acura RDX vs. 1956 Riley Pathfinder
To start off, 2007 Acura RDX is newer by 51 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, 2007 Acura RDX (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1956 Riley Pathfinder. (108 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Acura RDX should accelerate faster than 1956 Riley Pathfinder.
Because 2007 Acura RDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Riley Pathfinder. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Acura RDX will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Acura RDX (353 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Riley Pathfinder. (183 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Acura RDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Riley Pathfinder. 2007 Acura RDX has automatic transmission and 1956 Riley Pathfinder has manual transmission. 1956 Riley Pathfinder will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Acura RDX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Acura RDX | 1956 Riley Pathfinder | |
| Make | Acura | Riley |
| Model | RDX | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1956 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2300 cc | 2443 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 59 L |
