1980 Audi Sport vs. 2009 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2009 Mazda Tribute is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Audi Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Audi Sport would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Audi Sport (300 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2009 Mazda Tribute. (200 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Audi Sport should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 653 kg more than 1980 Audi Sport.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 1980 Audi Sport (330 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda Tribute. (262 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 1980 Audi Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda Tribute. 2009 Mazda Tribute has automatic transmission and 1980 Audi Sport has manual transmission. 1980 Audi Sport will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Mazda Tribute will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi Sport | 2009 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | Sport | Tribute |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2133 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 262 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.3 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1653 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 61 L |
