1950 Ford Zephyr vs. 2005 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2005 Mazda Tribute is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Ford Zephyr. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Ford Zephyr would be higher. Both 1950 Ford Zephyr and 2005 Mazda Tribute are equipped with a 2,262 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda Tribute (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1950 Ford Zephyr. (57 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1950 Ford Zephyr. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 334 kg more than 1950 Ford Zephyr. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mazda Tribute (207 Nm) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Ford Zephyr. (151 Nm). This means 2005 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Ford Zephyr. 2005 Mazda Tribute has automatic transmission and 1950 Ford Zephyr has manual transmission. 1950 Ford Zephyr will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Mazda Tribute will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Ford Zephyr | 2005 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Zephyr | Tribute |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 2262 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 207 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1479 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 62 L |
