2000 Mazda Tribute vs. 1954 Oldsmobile 88
To start off, 2000 Mazda Tribute is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Oldsmobile 88. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Oldsmobile 88 would be higher. At 5,320 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 Oldsmobile 88 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Oldsmobile 88 (168 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2000 Mazda Tribute. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Oldsmobile 88 should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Oldsmobile 88 weights approximately 245 kg more than 2000 Mazda Tribute. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Mazda Tribute is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Oldsmobile 88. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 1954 Oldsmobile 88 (407 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Tribute. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1954 Oldsmobile 88 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda Tribute.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mazda Tribute | 1954 Oldsmobile 88 | |
| Make | Mazda | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Tribute | 88 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 5320 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3110 mm |
