1987 Ford Mustang 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 Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 2,966 cc, 2006 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda Tribute (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1987 Ford Mustang. (89 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ford Mustang weights approximately 116 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 Mustang. 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, 2006 Mazda Tribute (262 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Mustang. (176 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Mustang | 2006 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Mustang | Tribute |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2301 cc | 2966 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 262 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1134 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2630 mm |
