1971 Ford Cortina vs. 2005 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2005 Mazda Tribute is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda Tribute (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1971 Ford Cortina. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1971 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 385 kg more than 1971 Ford Cortina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Mazda Tribute is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Ford Cortina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Mazda Tribute (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Ford Cortina. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Ford Cortina | 2005 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Cortina | Tribute |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 50 L |
