1978 Audi 100 vs. 2008 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2008 Mazda Tribute is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Audi 100 would be higher. At 2,299 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda Tribute (153 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1978 Audi 100. (70 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1978 Audi 100.
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, 2008 Mazda Tribute (201 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Audi 100. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Audi 100 | 2008 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | 100 | Tribute |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1986 cc | 2299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2070 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |
