1979 Ford Granada vs. 2000 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2000 Mazda Tribute is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ford Granada would be higher. At 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mazda Tribute (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1979 Ford Granada. (96 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ford Granada weights approximately 75 kg more than 2000 Mazda Tribute.
Because 2000 Mazda Tribute is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Ford Granada. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 1979 Ford Granada (284 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Tribute. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1979 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda Tribute.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Ford Granada | 2000 Mazda Tribute | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | Granada | Tribute |
Year Released | 1979 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4092 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 96 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 284 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1425 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2610 mm |