2005 Mazda Tribute vs. 1971 Mercury Comet
To start off, 2005 Mazda Tribute is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mercury Comet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mercury Comet would be higher. At 2,782 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda Tribute (122 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1971 Mercury Comet. (82 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1971 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 276 kg more than 1971 Mercury Comet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Mazda Tribute is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Mercury Comet. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1971 Mercury Comet (178 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Tribute. (175 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1971 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda Tribute.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda Tribute | 1971 Mercury Comet | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercury |
| Model | Tribute | Comet |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2782 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1224 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2800 mm |
