2004 Mazda Tribute vs. 1970 Pontiac GTO
To start off, 2004 Mazda Tribute is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Pontiac GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Pontiac GTO would be higher. At 7,460 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Pontiac GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Pontiac GTO (360 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 2004 Mazda Tribute. (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Pontiac GTO weights approximately 209 kg more than 2004 Mazda Tribute. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Pontiac GTO (678 Nm) has 412 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda Tribute. (266 Nm). This means 1970 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda Tribute.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mazda Tribute | 1970 Pontiac GTO | |
| Make | Mazda | Pontiac |
| Model | Tribute | GTO |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1970 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 7460 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 360 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 266 Nm | 678 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 105.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 106.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1506 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 67 L |
