1988 Mazda 323 vs. 2000 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2000 Mazda Tribute is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Mazda 323 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mazda Tribute (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1988 Mazda 323. (66 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1988 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 555 kg more than 1988 Mazda 323. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Mazda Tribute is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Mazda 323. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Mazda Tribute (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Mazda 323. (101 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2000 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Mazda 323 | 2000 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Mazda | Mazda |
| Model | 323 | Tribute |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1323 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2610 mm |
