1990 Infiniti G20 vs. 2009 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2009 Mazda Tribute is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Infiniti G20. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Infiniti G20 would be higher. At 2,483 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda Tribute (153 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1990 Infiniti G20. (142 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1990 Infiniti G20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Infiniti G20 weights approximately 120 kg more than 2009 Mazda Tribute.
Because 2009 Mazda Tribute is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Infiniti G20. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Mazda Tribute (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Infiniti G20. (181 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Infiniti G20.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Infiniti G20 | 2009 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Infiniti | Mazda |
| Model | G20 | Tribute |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2483 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1245 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2630 mm |
