2004 Mazda Tribute vs. 1951 Renault Fregate
To start off, 2004 Mazda Tribute is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Renault Fregate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Renault Fregate would be higher. Both 2004 Mazda Tribute and 1951 Renault Fregate are equipped with a 1,997 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda Tribute (122 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1951 Renault Fregate. (56 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1951 Renault Fregate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 130 kg more than 1951 Renault Fregate. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1951 Renault Fregate is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1951 Renault Fregate. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Mazda Tribute, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2004 Mazda Tribute (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Renault Fregate. (131 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2004 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Renault Fregate.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mazda Tribute | 1951 Renault Fregate | |
| Make | Mazda | Renault |
| Model | Tribute | Fregate |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 6.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 169 km/hour | 119 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2810 mm |
