2005 Mazda Tribute vs. 1972 Nissan 240 C
To start off, 2005 Mazda Tribute is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Nissan 240 C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Nissan 240 C would be higher. At 2,965 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda Tribute (200 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1972 Nissan 240 C. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan 240 C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 207 kg more than 1972 Nissan 240 C. 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 (262 Nm) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan 240 C. (200 Nm). This means 2005 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan 240 C. 2005 Mazda Tribute has automatic transmission and 1972 Nissan 240 C has manual transmission. 1972 Nissan 240 C 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 | 1972 Nissan 240 C | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | Tribute | 240 C |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2965 cc | 2393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 262 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1507 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2700 mm |
