1978 Ford Capri 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 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ford Capri would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Ford Capri (175 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2005 Mazda Tribute. (154 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 309 kg more than 1978 Ford Capri.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Ford Capri (263 Nm) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Tribute. (207 Nm). This means 1978 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda Tribute. 2005 Mazda Tribute has automatic transmission and 1978 Ford Capri has manual transmission. 1978 Ford Capri will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Mazda Tribute will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Ford Capri | 2005 Mazda Tribute | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | Capri | Tribute |
Year Released | 1978 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2994 cc | 2262 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 263 Nm | 207 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 9.7:1 |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1479 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2630 mm |