2009 Mazda Tribute vs. 1970 Mazda 616
To start off, 2009 Mazda Tribute is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mazda 616 would be higher. At 2,483 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda Tribute (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1970 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 640 kg more than 1970 Mazda 616. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Mazda Tribute (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mazda Tribute | 1970 Mazda 616 | |
| Make | Mazda | Mazda |
| Model | Tribute | 616 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1970 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2483 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 232 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2480 mm |
