2001 Mazda Tribute vs. 1954 Saab 94
To start off, 2001 Mazda Tribute is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Saab 94. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Saab 94 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mazda Tribute (130 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1954 Saab 94. (57 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1954 Saab 94. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 921 kg more than 1954 Saab 94. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Mazda Tribute is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Saab 94. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Mazda Tribute (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Saab 94. (85 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Saab 94.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mazda Tribute | 1954 Saab 94 | |
| Make | Mazda | Saab |
| Model | Tribute | 94 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 504 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1040 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2210 mm |
