1985 Ford Mustang vs. 2005 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2005 Mazda Tribute is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 2,301 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ford Mustang (175 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2005 Mazda Tribute. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 366 kg more than 1985 Ford Mustang.
Because 2005 Mazda Tribute is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1985 Ford Mustang (285 Nm) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Tribute. (206 Nm). This means 1985 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda Tribute.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ford Mustang | 2005 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Mustang | Tribute |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2301 cc | 2261 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.4 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1546 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2650 mm |
