2002 Mazda Tribute vs. 1970 Mercury Comet
To start off, 2002 Mazda Tribute is newer by 32 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 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mazda Tribute (195 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1970 Mercury Comet. (81 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1970 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 370 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 2002 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, 2002 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, 2002 Mazda Tribute (270 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mercury Comet. (176 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2002 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mazda Tribute | 1970 Mercury Comet | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercury |
| Model | Tribute | Comet |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1970 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 2782 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2630 mm |
