1981 Talbot 1510 vs. 2010 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2010 Mazda Tribute is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Talbot 1510. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Talbot 1510 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mazda Tribute (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1981 Talbot 1510. (63 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1981 Talbot 1510. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 464 kg more than 1981 Talbot 1510. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2010 Mazda Tribute (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Talbot 1510. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Talbot 1510. 2010 Mazda Tribute has automatic transmission and 1981 Talbot 1510 has manual transmission. 1981 Talbot 1510 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Mazda Tribute will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Talbot 1510 | 2010 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Talbot | Mazda |
| Model | 1510 | Tribute |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1514 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4442 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1806 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1725 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2619 mm |
