1973 Honda 145 vs. 2005 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2005 Mazda Tribute is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Honda 145. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Honda 145 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda Tribute (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1973 Honda 145. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1973 Honda 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 505 kg more than 1973 Honda 145. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Mazda Tribute is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Honda 145. 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, 2005 Mazda Tribute (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda 145. (123 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda 145.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Honda 145 | 2005 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | 145 | Tribute |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1432 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2610 mm |
