1989 Lada 2104 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 Lada 2104. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Lada 2104 would be higher. At 2,261 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda Tribute (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1989 Lada 2104. (70 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1989 Lada 2104. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 536 kg more than 1989 Lada 2104. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Mazda Tribute is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Lada 2104. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Mazda Tribute (206 Nm) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Lada 2104. (94 Nm). This means 2005 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Lada 2104. 2005 Mazda Tribute has automatic transmission and 1989 Lada 2104 has manual transmission. 1989 Lada 2104 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 Lada 2104 | 2005 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Lada | Mazda |
| Model | 2104 | Tribute |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 2261 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 94 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1546 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2650 mm |
