2011 Mazda Tribute vs. 1983 Ford Meteor
To start off, 2011 Mazda Tribute is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ford Meteor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ford Meteor would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mazda Tribute (240 HP @ 6550 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1983 Ford Meteor. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Meteor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 655 kg more than 1983 Ford Meteor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 2011 Mazda Tribute (302 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ford Meteor. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ford Meteor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Mazda Tribute | 1983 Ford Meteor | |
| Make | Mazda | Ford |
| Model | Tribute | Meteor |
| Year Released | 2011 | 1983 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6550 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 302 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4442 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1806 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1783 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2619 mm | 2370 mm |
