1989 Audi 200 vs. 2005 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2005 Mazda Tribute is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Audi 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Audi 200 would be higher. At 2,965 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda Tribute (200 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1989 Audi 200. (180 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1989 Audi 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 27 kg more than 1989 Audi 200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mazda Tribute (262 Nm) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Audi 200. (253 Nm). This means 2005 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Audi 200. 2005 Mazda Tribute has automatic transmission and 1989 Audi 200 has manual transmission. 1989 Audi 200 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Mazda Tribute will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Audi 200 | 2005 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | 200 | Tribute |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 2965 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 253 Nm | 262 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 80 mm |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1507 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 62 L |
