2005 Mazda Tribute vs. 1968 Rover 2000
To start off, 2005 Mazda Tribute is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Rover 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Rover 2000 would be higher. At 3,532 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Rover 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda Tribute (200 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1968 Rover 2000. (142 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1968 Rover 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 177 kg more than 1968 Rover 2000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Rover 2000 (272 Nm) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Tribute. (262 Nm). This means 1968 Rover 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda Tribute. 2005 Mazda Tribute has automatic transmission and 1968 Rover 2000 has manual transmission. 1968 Rover 2000 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 | 1968 Rover 2000 | |
| Make | Mazda | Rover |
| Model | Tribute | 2000 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2965 cc | 3532 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 262 Nm | 272 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1507 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2640 mm |
