1975 Ford Escort vs. 2004 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2004 Mazda Tribute is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ford Escort 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 (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1975 Ford Escort. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 485 kg more than 1975 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Mazda Tribute is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Mazda Tribute (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Escort. (85 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Ford Escort | 2004 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Escort | Tribute |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 84.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2650 mm |
