2005 Mazda Tribute vs. 1949 Rover P4
To start off, 2005 Mazda Tribute is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,262 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda Tribute (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1949 Rover P4. (74 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1949 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 28 kg more than 1949 Rover P4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mazda Tribute (207 Nm) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Rover P4. (150 Nm). This means 2005 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Rover P4. 2005 Mazda Tribute has automatic transmission and 1949 Rover P4 has manual transmission. 1949 Rover P4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Mazda Tribute will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda Tribute | 1949 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Mazda | Rover |
| Model | Tribute | P4 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 2102 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 207 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 65.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 105 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 7.3:1 |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1479 kg | 1451 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 52 L |
