1978 Ford Capri 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 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ford Capri 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 (130 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1978 Ford Capri. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 376 kg more than 1978 Ford Capri. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Mazda Tribute (183 Nm) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Capri. (86 Nm). This means 2004 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Ford Capri | 2004 Mazda Tribute | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | Capri | Tribute |
Year Released | 1978 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 130 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 86 Nm | 183 Nm |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1386 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2630 mm |