1976 Ford Maverick vs. 2010 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2010 Mazda Tribute is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Maverick. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Maverick would be higher. At 3,272 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mazda Tribute (153 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1976 Ford Maverick. (83 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ford Maverick weights approximately 135 kg more than 2010 Mazda Tribute.
Because 1976 Ford Maverick is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1976 Ford Maverick. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Mazda Tribute, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1976 Ford Maverick (205 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mazda Tribute. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1976 Ford Maverick will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mazda Tribute.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Ford Maverick | 2010 Mazda Tribute | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | Maverick | Tribute |
Year Released | 1976 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3272 cc | 2483 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 205 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1125 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2630 mm |