2005 Mazda Tribute vs. 1979 Talbot 1510
To start off, 2005 Mazda Tribute is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Talbot 1510. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Talbot 1510 would be higher. At 2,262 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda Tribute (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1979 Talbot 1510. (87 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1979 Talbot 1510. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 348 kg more than 1979 Talbot 1510. 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 (207 Nm) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Talbot 1510. (136 Nm). This means 2005 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Talbot 1510.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda Tribute | 1979 Talbot 1510 | |
| Make | Mazda | Talbot |
| Model | Tribute | 1510 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 1592 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 207 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1443 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2610 mm |
