1978 Aston Martin Lagonda vs. 2004 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2004 Mazda Tribute is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Aston Martin Lagonda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Aston Martin Lagonda would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Aston Martin Lagonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Aston Martin Lagonda (286 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 2004 Mazda Tribute. (122 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Aston Martin Lagonda should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Aston Martin Lagonda weights approximately 731 kg more than 2004 Mazda Tribute. 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 1978 Aston Martin Lagonda. 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, 1978 Aston Martin Lagonda (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda Tribute. (175 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1978 Aston Martin Lagonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda Tribute.
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1978 Aston Martin Lagonda | 2004 Mazda Tribute | |
Make | Aston Martin | Mazda |
Model | Lagonda | Tribute |
Year Released | 1978 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 286 HP | 122 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 84.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 88 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2226 kg | 1495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2630 mm |