1978 Ford Mustang vs. 2003 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2003 Mazda Tribute is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Ford Mustang (138 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2003 Mazda Tribute. (122 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2003 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 495 kg more than 1978 Ford Mustang.
Because 2003 Mazda Tribute is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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 Ford Mustang (339 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda Tribute. (175 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1978 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda Tribute.
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1978 Ford Mustang | 2003 Mazda Tribute | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | Mustang | Tribute |
Year Released | 1978 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4941 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 122 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 84.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2710 mm |