2005 Mazda Tribute vs. 1972 Porsche 914
To start off, 2005 Mazda Tribute is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Porsche 914. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Porsche 914 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 92 more horse power than 1972 Porsche 914. (108 HP @ 5850 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1972 Porsche 914. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 567 kg more than 1972 Porsche 914. 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 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Porsche 914. (160 Nm). This means 2005 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Porsche 914. 2005 Mazda Tribute has automatic transmission and 1972 Porsche 914 has manual transmission. 1972 Porsche 914 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 Porsche 914 | |
| Make | Mazda | Porsche |
| Model | Tribute | 914 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2965 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5850 RPM |
| Torque | 262 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1507 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 61 L |
