1970 Ford Cortina vs. 2004 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2004 Mazda Tribute is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda Tribute (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1970 Ford Cortina. (44 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 646 kg more than 1970 Ford Cortina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Mazda Tribute (266 Nm) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Cortina. (73 Nm). This means 2004 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ford Cortina | 2004 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Cortina | Tribute |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 266 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1506 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2630 mm |
