2005 Mazda Tribute vs. 1973 Mercury Comet
To start off, 2005 Mazda Tribute is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mercury Comet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mercury Comet would be higher. At 3,271 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda Tribute (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1973 Mercury Comet. (83 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1973 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 205 kg more than 1973 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 1973 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, 1973 Mercury Comet (205 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Tribute. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1973 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 | 1973 Mercury Comet | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercury |
| Model | Tribute | Comet |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1973 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3271 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.9 mm | 93.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2630 mm |
