1979 Bristol 412 vs. 2004 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2004 Mazda Tribute is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Bristol 412. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Bristol 412 would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Bristol 412 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda Tribute (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1979 Bristol 412. (171 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1979 Bristol 412. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Bristol 412 weights approximately 184 kg more than 2004 Mazda Tribute.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Bristol 412 (366 Nm) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda Tribute. (266 Nm). This means 1979 Bristol 412 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda Tribute.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Bristol 412 | 2004 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Bristol | Mazda |
| Model | 412 | Tribute |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 266 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1506 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2630 mm |
