1971 Ford GT 70 vs. 2004 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2004 Mazda Tribute is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Ford GT 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Ford GT 70 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda Tribute (130 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1971 Ford GT 70. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1971 Ford GT 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 621 kg more than 1971 Ford GT 70. 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 (183 Nm) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Ford GT 70. (125 Nm). This means 2004 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Ford GT 70.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Ford GT 70 | 2004 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | GT 70 | Tribute |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.7 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 765 kg | 1386 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2630 mm |
