1973 Ford Cortina vs. 2004 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2004 Mazda Tribute is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Ford Cortina 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 145 more horse power than 1973 Ford Cortina. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1973 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 561 kg more than 1973 Ford Cortina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Mazda Tribute (266 Nm) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Ford Cortina. (91 Nm). This means 2004 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Ford Cortina | 2004 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Cortina | Tribute |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 266 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1506 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 62 L |
