1972 Ford Torino vs. 2005 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2005 Mazda Tribute is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Torino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Torino would be higher. At 4,096 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Ford Torino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda Tribute (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1972 Ford Torino. (95 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Torino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Torino weights approximately 184 kg more than 2005 Mazda Tribute.
Because 2005 Mazda Tribute is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Ford Torino. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Tribute will offer significantly more control. 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 Ford Torino (245 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Tribute. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Torino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda Tribute.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Torino | 2005 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Torino | Tribute |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4096 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 84.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1609 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 50 L |
