1982 Ford Falcon vs. 2005 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2005 Mazda Tribute is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,271 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda Tribute (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1982 Ford Falcon. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1982 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 109 kg more than 1982 Ford Falcon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1982 Ford Falcon (228 Nm) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Tribute. (207 Nm). This means 1982 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda Tribute.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ford Falcon | 2005 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Falcon | Tribute |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3271 cc | 2262 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 207 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1479 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2630 mm |
