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 2,965 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda Tribute (200 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 144 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 562 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mazda Tribute (262 Nm) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Ford Cortina. (91 Nm). This means 2005 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Ford Cortina. 2005 Mazda Tribute has automatic transmission and 1971 Ford Cortina has manual transmission. 1971 Ford Cortina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Mazda Tribute will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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 | 2965 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 262 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1507 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 62 L |
