2004 Mazda Tribute vs. 1998 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2004 Mazda Tribute is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 3,797 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda Tribute (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1998 Ford Mustang. (143 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 193 kg more than 1998 Ford Mustang. 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 1998 Ford Mustang. 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, 1998 Ford Mustang (298 Nm) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda Tribute. (271 Nm). This means 1998 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda Tribute.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mazda Tribute | 1998 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Mazda | Ford |
| Model | Tribute | Mustang |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1998 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 3797 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 96.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1583 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2580 mm |
