1984 Ford Mustang vs. 2008 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2008 Mazda Tribute is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Mustang 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 65 more horse power than 1984 Ford Mustang. (88 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Mustang.
Because 1984 Ford Mustang is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1984 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Mazda Tribute, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Mustang. (161 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Mustang.
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1984 Ford Mustang | 2008 Mazda Tribute | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | Mustang | Tribute |
Year Released | 1984 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2292 cc | 2299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 88 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 161 Nm | 201 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2070 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2630 mm |