2004 Mazda Tribute vs. 1980 Morgan 4
To start off, 2004 Mazda Tribute is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Morgan 4 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 116 more horse power than 1980 Morgan 4. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1980 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 846 kg more than 1980 Morgan 4. 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 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Morgan 4. (135 Nm). This means 2004 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mazda Tribute | 1980 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Mazda | Morgan |
| Model | Tribute | 4 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 266 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1506 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2450 mm |
