1979 Mazda 929 vs. 2008 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2008 Mazda Tribute is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda Tribute (122 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1979 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1979 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 355 kg more than 1979 Mazda 929. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Mazda Tribute (175 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mazda 929. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Mazda 929 | 2008 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Mazda | Mazda |
| Model | 929 | Tribute |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1767 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 84.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 57 L |
