1974 Ford Capri vs. 2003 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2003 Mazda Tribute is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Ford Capri would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mazda Tribute (122 HP) has 68 more horse power than 1974 Ford Capri. (54 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1974 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 510 kg more than 1974 Ford Capri. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Mazda Tribute is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Ford Capri. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Mazda Tribute (230 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Ford Capri. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Ford Capri.
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1974 Ford Capri | 2003 Mazda Tribute | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | Capri | Tribute |
Year Released | 1974 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 54 HP | 122 HP |
Torque | 91 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 84.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 985 kg | 1495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2500 mm |