1990 Holden Commodore vs. 2004 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2004 Mazda Tribute is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Holden Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Holden Commodore would be higher. At 3,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Holden Commodore (168 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2004 Mazda Tribute. (122 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 115 kg more than 1990 Holden Commodore.
Because 1990 Holden Commodore is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1990 Holden Commodore. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Mazda Tribute, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1990 Holden Commodore (292 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda Tribute. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1990 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda Tribute.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Holden Commodore | 2004 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Holden | Mazda |
| Model | Commodore | Tribute |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3790 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2630 mm |
