1951 Cadillac 62 vs. 2004 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2004 Mazda Tribute is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Cadillac 62. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Cadillac 62 would be higher. At 5,422 cc (8 cylinders), 1951 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1951 Cadillac 62 (160 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2004 Mazda Tribute. (122 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1951 Cadillac 62 should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 257 kg more than 2004 Mazda Tribute. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Mazda Tribute is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1951 Cadillac 62. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Mazda Tribute 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, 1951 Cadillac 62 (423 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda Tribute. (175 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1951 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda Tribute.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Cadillac 62 | 2004 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mazda |
| Model | 62 | Tribute |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5422 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 423 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.8 mm | 84.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.1 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1752 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2630 mm |
