2002 Mazda Tribute vs. 1978 Plymouth Volare
To start off, 2002 Mazda Tribute is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Plymouth Volare. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Plymouth Volare would be higher. At 3,685 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Plymouth Volare is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mazda Tribute (195 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1978 Plymouth Volare. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1978 Plymouth Volare. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 105 kg more than 1978 Plymouth Volare. 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 1978 Plymouth Volare. 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 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Plymouth Volare. (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2002 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Plymouth Volare.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mazda Tribute | 1978 Plymouth Volare | |
| Make | Mazda | Plymouth |
| Model | Tribute | Volare |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 3685 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2870 mm |
