2001 Mazda Tribute vs. 1970 Mercury Comet
To start off, 2001 Mazda Tribute is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mercury Comet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mercury Comet would be higher. At 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mazda Tribute (130 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1970 Mercury Comet. (98 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1970 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 75 kg more than 1970 Mercury Comet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Mazda Tribute is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Mercury Comet. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 1970 Mercury Comet (249 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mazda Tribute. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1970 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mazda Tribute.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mazda Tribute | 1970 Mercury Comet | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercury |
| Model | Tribute | Comet |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 4092 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 249 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.8 mm | 93.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 57 L |
