1976 Ford Thunderbird vs. 2004 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2004 Mazda Tribute is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Thunderbird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Thunderbird would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Ford Thunderbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda Tribute (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1976 Ford Thunderbird. (135 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Thunderbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 114 kg more than 2004 Mazda Tribute.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Ford Thunderbird (317 Nm) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda Tribute. (266 Nm). This means 1976 Ford Thunderbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda Tribute.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ford Thunderbird | 2004 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Thunderbird | Tribute |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 317 Nm | 266 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1506 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2630 mm |
