2005 Mazda Tribute vs. 1972 Pontiac Grand Prix
To start off, 2005 Mazda Tribute is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Pontiac Grand Prix. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Pontiac Grand Prix would be higher. At 6,547 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Pontiac Grand Prix (247 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2005 Mazda Tribute. (200 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Pontiac Grand Prix weights approximately 293 kg more than 2005 Mazda Tribute. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Pontiac Grand Prix (462 Nm) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Tribute. (262 Nm). This means 1972 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda Tribute.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda Tribute | 1972 Pontiac Grand Prix | |
| Make | Mazda | Pontiac |
| Model | Tribute | Grand Prix |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1972 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2965 cc | 6547 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 262 Nm | 462 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1507 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 38 L |
