2004 Mazda Tribute vs. 1975 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 2004 Mazda Tribute is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda Tribute (122 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1975 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (104 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1975 Oldsmobile Cutlass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 250 kg more than 2004 Mazda Tribute.
Because 2004 Mazda Tribute is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Oldsmobile Cutlass. 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, 1975 Oldsmobile Cutlass (251 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda Tribute. (175 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1975 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda Tribute.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mazda Tribute | 1975 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
| Make | Mazda | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Tribute | Cutlass |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2850 mm |
