1972 Honda Civic 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 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Honda Civic would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda Tribute (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1972 Honda Civic. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1972 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 905 kg more than 1972 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Mazda Tribute is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Mazda Tribute (271 Nm) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Honda Civic. (79 Nm). This means 2004 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Honda Civic | 2004 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Civic | Tribute |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1169 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 678 kg | 1583 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2620 mm |
