2004 Mazda Tribute vs. 1964 Mitsubishi 500
To start off, 2004 Mazda Tribute is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Mitsubishi 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Mitsubishi 500 would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda Tribute (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1964 Mitsubishi 500. (23 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1964 Mitsubishi 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 1049 kg more than 1964 Mitsubishi 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Mazda Tribute is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Mitsubishi 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Mazda Tribute (271 Nm) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Mitsubishi 500. (34 Nm). This means 2004 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Mitsubishi 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mazda Tribute | 1964 Mitsubishi 500 | |
| Make | Mazda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Tribute | 500 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1964 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 23 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 34 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1583 kg | 534 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2070 mm |
