2003 Mazda Tribute vs. 1973 Sunbeam Chamois
To start off, 2003 Mazda Tribute is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Sunbeam Chamois. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Sunbeam Chamois would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mazda Tribute (194 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1973 Sunbeam Chamois. (36 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1973 Sunbeam Chamois. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 875 kg more than 1973 Sunbeam Chamois. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Mazda Tribute (231 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Sunbeam Chamois. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2003 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Sunbeam Chamois.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Mazda Tribute | 1973 Sunbeam Chamois | |
| Make | Mazda | Sunbeam |
| Model | Tribute | Chamois |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1973 |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 875 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 194 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2090 mm |
