1973 Mazda 818 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 Mazda 818. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda 818 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda Tribute (130 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1973 Mazda 818. (68 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda 818. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 506 kg more than 1973 Mazda 818. 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 (183 Nm) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda 818. (92 Nm). This means 2004 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda 818.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mazda 818 | 2004 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Mazda | Mazda |
| Model | 818 | Tribute |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1270 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 92 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1386 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2630 mm |
