1979 Audi 100 vs. 2004 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2004 Mazda Tribute is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Audi 100 would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda Tribute (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1979 Audi 100. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1979 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 396 kg more than 1979 Audi 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Mazda Tribute (266 Nm) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Audi 100. (124 Nm). This means 2004 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Audi 100 | 2004 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | 100 | Tribute |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 266 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1506 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2630 mm |
