2002 Mazda Tribute vs. 1983 Pontiac 1000
To start off, 2002 Mazda Tribute is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Pontiac 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Pontiac 1000 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mazda Tribute (130 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1983 Pontiac 1000. (64 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1983 Pontiac 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 465 kg more than 1983 Pontiac 1000. 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 1983 Pontiac 1000. 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 (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Pontiac 1000. (109 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2002 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Pontiac 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mazda Tribute | 1983 Pontiac 1000 | |
| Make | Mazda | Pontiac |
| Model | Tribute | 1000 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2400 mm |
