2004 Mazda Tribute vs. 1978 Ford Cortina
To start off, 2004 Mazda Tribute is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda Tribute (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1978 Ford Cortina. (86 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 396 kg more than 1978 Ford Cortina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Mazda Tribute (266 Nm) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Cortina. (141 Nm). This means 2004 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mazda Tribute | 1978 Ford Cortina | |
| Make | Mazda | Ford |
| Model | Tribute | Cortina |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 266 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1506 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2580 mm |
