1973 Honda Civic 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 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Honda Civic would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mazda Tribute (195 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1973 Honda Civic. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1973 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 845 kg more than 1973 Honda Civic. 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 Honda Civic. 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 (270 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda Civic. (103 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Honda Civic | 2002 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Civic | Tribute |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 745 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2610 mm |
