2009 Mazda Tribute vs. 1968 Plymouth GTX
To start off, 2009 Mazda Tribute is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Plymouth GTX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Plymouth GTX would be higher. At 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Plymouth GTX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Plymouth GTX (375 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 2009 Mazda Tribute. (240 HP @ 6550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Plymouth GTX should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Plymouth GTX weights approximately 469 kg more than 2009 Mazda Tribute. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Mazda Tribute is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Plymouth GTX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 1968 Plymouth GTX (651 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 349 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda Tribute. (302 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1968 Plymouth GTX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda Tribute.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mazda Tribute | 1968 Plymouth GTX | |
| Make | Mazda | Plymouth |
| Model | Tribute | GTX |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2960 cc | 7206 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 375 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6550 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 302 Nm | 651 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 109.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1128 kg | 1597 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 72 L |
