1972 Chevrolet Impala vs. 2006 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2006 Mazda Tribute is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Chevrolet Impala. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Chevrolet Impala would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda Tribute (153 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1972 Chevrolet Impala. (110 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1972 Chevrolet Impala. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Chevrolet Impala weights approximately 586 kg more than 2006 Mazda Tribute.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1972 Chevrolet Impala (256 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda Tribute. (206 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1972 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda Tribute.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Chevrolet Impala | 2006 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Impala | Tribute |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 2260 cc |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 256 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1129 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 62 L |
