2004 Mazda Tribute vs. 1972 Opel Ascona
To start off, 2004 Mazda Tribute is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda Tribute (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1972 Opel Ascona. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1972 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 460 kg more than 1972 Opel Ascona. 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 1972 Opel Ascona. 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 (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Opel Ascona. (90 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mazda Tribute | 1972 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Mazda | Opel |
| Model | Tribute | Ascona |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2440 mm |
