2004 Mazda Tribute vs. 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster
To start off, 2004 Mazda Tribute is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2004 Mazda Tribute. (130 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster weights approximately 349 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, 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster (313 Nm) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda Tribute. (183 Nm). This means 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda Tribute.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mazda Tribute | 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster | |
| Make | Mazda | Plymouth |
| Model | Tribute | Trail Duster |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1974 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 5210 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1386 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2700 mm |
