1985 Audi 200 vs. 2011 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2011 Mazda Tribute is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Audi 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Audi 200 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Audi 200 (180 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2011 Mazda Tribute. (171 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Audi 200 should accelerate faster than 2011 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 224 kg more than 1985 Audi 200.
Because 1985 Audi 200 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Mazda Tribute. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Audi 200 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, 1985 Audi 200 (252 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mazda Tribute. (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1985 Audi 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mazda Tribute.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Audi 200 | 2011 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | 200 | Tribute |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1514 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4442 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1806 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1783 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2619 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 66 L |
