1980 Buick Electra vs. 2008 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2008 Mazda Tribute is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Buick Electra would be higher. At 4,129 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda Tribute (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1980 Buick Electra. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1980 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Buick Electra weights approximately 37 kg more than 2008 Mazda Tribute.
Because 2008 Mazda Tribute is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Buick Electra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 1980 Buick Electra (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda Tribute. (262 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 1980 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda Tribute.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Buick Electra | 2008 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Buick | Mazda |
| Model | Electra | Tribute |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4129 cc | 2965 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 262 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1653 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 61 L |
