1973 Ford Escort vs. 2002 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2002 Mazda Tribute is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mazda Tribute (130 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1973 Ford Escort. (96 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1973 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 511 kg more than 1973 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Mazda Tribute is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Mazda Tribute (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Ford Escort. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2002 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Ford Escort | 2002 Mazda Tribute | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | Escort | Tribute |
Year Released | 1973 | 2002 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 96 HP | 130 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.8 mm | 84.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 914 kg | 1425 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 50 L |