1987 Ford Falcon vs. 2006 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2006 Mazda Tribute is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,273 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda Tribute (153 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1987 Ford Falcon. (120 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ford Falcon weights approximately 560 kg more than 2006 Mazda Tribute.
Because 2006 Mazda Tribute is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Ford Falcon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 1987 Ford Falcon (240 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda Tribute. (206 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1987 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda Tribute.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Falcon | 2006 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Falcon | Tribute |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3273 cc | 2262 cc |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2630 mm |
