1971 Ford Maverick vs. 2010 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2010 Mazda Tribute is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Ford Maverick. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Ford Maverick would be higher. At 2,780 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mazda Tribute (153 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1971 Ford Maverick. (81 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1971 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Ford Maverick weights approximately 135 kg more than 2010 Mazda Tribute.
Because 1971 Ford Maverick is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1971 Ford Maverick. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Mazda Tribute, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Mazda Tribute (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Ford Maverick. (175 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2010 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Ford Maverick | 2010 Mazda Tribute | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | Maverick | Tribute |
Year Released | 1971 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2780 cc | 2483 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1125 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2630 mm |