1988 Mazda 626 vs. 2004 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2004 Mazda Tribute is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda Tribute (122 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1988 Mazda 626. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1988 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 373 kg more than 1988 Mazda 626. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Mazda Tribute is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Mazda 626. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Mazda Tribute (175 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Mazda 626. (134 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Mazda 626 | 2004 Mazda Tribute | |
Make | Mazda | Mazda |
Model | 626 | Tribute |
Year Released | 1988 | 2004 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1789 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 122 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 84.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 88 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1122 kg | 1495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2630 mm |