2001 Mazda Tribute vs. 1972 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2001 Mazda Tribute is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Toyota Celica (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2001 Mazda Tribute. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 2001 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 639 kg more than 1972 Toyota Celica.
Because 2001 Mazda Tribute is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Toyota Celica. 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, 2001 Mazda Tribute (271 Nm) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Toyota Celica. (137 Nm). This means 2001 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Toyota Celica. 2001 Mazda Tribute has automatic transmission and 1972 Toyota Celica has manual transmission. 1972 Toyota Celica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Mazda Tribute will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mazda Tribute | 1972 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | Tribute | Celica |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1972 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 1589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1146 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2430 mm |
