2004 Mazda Tribute vs. 1967 Volkswagen Sedan
To start off, 2004 Mazda Tribute is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Volkswagen Sedan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Volkswagen Sedan would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda Tribute (122 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1967 Volkswagen Sedan. (45 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1967 Volkswagen Sedan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 615 kg more than 1967 Volkswagen Sedan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Volkswagen Sedan 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 1967 Volkswagen Sedan. 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 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Volkswagen Sedan. (97 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2004 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Volkswagen Sedan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mazda Tribute | 1967 Volkswagen Sedan | |
| Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Tribute | Sedan |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1967 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 97 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| 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 | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 40 L |
