1991 Audi 80 vs. 2006 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2006 Mazda Tribute is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Audi 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Audi 80 would be higher. At 2,966 cc, 2006 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda Tribute (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1991 Audi 80. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1991 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Audi 80 weights approximately 196 kg more than 2006 Mazda Tribute.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Mazda Tribute (262 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Audi 80. (167 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Audi 80. 2006 Mazda Tribute has automatic transmission and 1991 Audi 80 has manual transmission. 1991 Audi 80 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Mazda Tribute will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Audi 80 | 2006 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | 80 | Tribute |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 2966 cc |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 262 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1134 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 62 L |
