2006 Mazda Tribute vs. 1974 Rover 2000
To start off, 2006 Mazda Tribute is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Rover 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Rover 2000 would be higher. At 2,260 cc, 2006 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda Tribute (153 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1974 Rover 2000. (106 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1974 Rover 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Rover 2000 weights approximately 166 kg more than 2006 Mazda Tribute.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Mazda Tribute (206 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Rover 2000. (172 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Rover 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mazda Tribute | 1974 Rover 2000 | |
| Make | Mazda | Rover |
| Model | Tribute | 2000 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 1976 cc |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1129 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2640 mm |
