1984 Mazda 929 vs. 2009 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2009 Mazda Tribute is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 2,483 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda Tribute (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1984 Mazda 929. (89 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1984 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 398 kg more than 1984 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, 2009 Mazda Tribute (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Mazda 929. (160 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Mazda 929 | 2009 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Mazda | Mazda |
| Model | 929 | Tribute |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 2483 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1152 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2630 mm |
