1973 Honda Z 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 Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Honda Z 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 171 more horse power than 1973 Honda Z. (24 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1973 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 1080 kg more than 1973 Honda Z. 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 Z. 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 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda Z. (30 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2002 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda Z. 2002 Mazda Tribute has automatic transmission and 1973 Honda Z has manual transmission. 1973 Honda Z will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Mazda Tribute will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1973 Honda Z | 2002 Mazda Tribute | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | Z | Tribute |
Year Released | 1973 | 2002 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 356 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 24 HP | 195 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 30 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 510 kg | 1590 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2610 mm |