2001 Mazda Tribute vs. 1979 Renault 4
To start off, 2001 Mazda Tribute is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Renault 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Renault 4 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mazda Tribute (130 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1979 Renault 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1979 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 730 kg more than 1979 Renault 4. 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 1979 Renault 4. 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 (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Renault 4. (62 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Renault 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mazda Tribute | 1979 Renault 4 | |
| Make | Mazda | Renault |
| Model | Tribute | 4 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 955 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 62 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2410 mm |
