1972 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2004 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2004 Mazda Tribute is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda Tribute (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1972 Chevrolet Blazer. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1972 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 300 kg more than 2004 Mazda Tribute.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Mazda Tribute (266 Nm) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Chevrolet Blazer. (242 Nm). This means 2004 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Chevrolet Blazer | 2004 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Blazer | Tribute |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 242 Nm | 266 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1806 kg | 1506 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2630 mm |
