2005 Mazda Tribute vs. 1994 Morgan Plus 4
To start off, 2005 Mazda Tribute is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Morgan Plus 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Morgan Plus 4 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Morgan Plus 4 (137 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2005 Mazda Tribute. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Morgan Plus 4 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 505 kg more than 1994 Morgan Plus 4.
Because 2005 Mazda Tribute is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Morgan Plus 4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Mazda Tribute (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Morgan Plus 4. (178 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Morgan Plus 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda Tribute | 1994 Morgan Plus 4 | |
| Make | Mazda | Morgan |
| Model | Tribute | Plus 4 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1994 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2500 mm |
