1978 Chrysler Newport vs. 2005 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2005 Mazda Tribute is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Chrysler Newport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Chrysler Newport would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Chrysler Newport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Chrysler Newport (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2005 Mazda Tribute. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Chrysler Newport should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Chrysler Newport weights approximately 385 kg more than 2005 Mazda Tribute. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Mazda Tribute is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Chrysler Newport. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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 Chrysler Newport (363 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Tribute. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1978 Chrysler Newport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda Tribute.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Chrysler Newport | 2005 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mazda |
| Model | Newport | Tribute |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 2610 mm |
