2003 Mazda Tribute vs. 1973 Nissan President
To start off, 2003 Mazda Tribute is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Nissan President. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Nissan President would be higher. At 2,973 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Nissan President is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mazda Tribute (122 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1973 Nissan President. (109 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan President. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 180 kg more than 1973 Nissan President. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Mazda Tribute is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Nissan President. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 1973 Nissan President (236 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda Tribute. (175 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1973 Nissan President will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda Tribute.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Mazda Tribute | 1973 Nissan President | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | Tribute | President |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1973 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2860 mm |
