1970 Honda 1300 vs. 2009 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2009 Mazda Tribute is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Honda 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Honda 1300 would be higher. At 2,483 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda Tribute (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1970 Honda 1300. (81 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1970 Honda 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 655 kg more than 1970 Honda 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Mazda Tribute (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Honda 1300. (106 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Honda 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Honda 1300 | 2009 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | 1300 | Tribute |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 2483 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 62 L |
