2002 Mazda Tribute vs. 1971 Rover 3.5 Litre
To start off, 2002 Mazda Tribute is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Rover 3.5 Litre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Rover 3.5 Litre would be higher. At 3,532 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Rover 3.5 Litre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mazda Tribute (195 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1971 Rover 3.5 Litre. (148 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1971 Rover 3.5 Litre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Rover 3.5 Litre weights approximately 48 kg more than 2002 Mazda Tribute.
Because 2002 Mazda Tribute is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Rover 3.5 Litre. 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, 1971 Rover 3.5 Litre (276 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mazda Tribute. (270 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1971 Rover 3.5 Litre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mazda Tribute.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Mazda Tribute | 1971 Rover 3.5 Litre | |
Make | Mazda | Rover |
Model | Tribute | 3.5 Litre |
Year Released | 2002 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2967 cc | 3532 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 276 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1638 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2820 mm |