1953 Buick 40 vs. 2003 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2003 Mazda Tribute is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Buick 40 would be higher. At 4,315 cc (8 cylinders), 1953 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Buick 40 (123 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2003 Mazda Tribute. (122 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Buick 40 should accelerate faster than 2003 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 120 kg more than 1953 Buick 40.
Because 2003 Mazda Tribute is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Buick 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 1953 Buick 40 (304 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda Tribute. (175 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1953 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda Tribute.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Buick 40 | 2003 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Buick | Mazda |
| Model | 40 | Tribute |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4315 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.9 mm | 84.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 104.8 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1665 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2710 mm |
