2001 Mazda Tribute vs. 1988 Peugeot 309
To start off, 2001 Mazda Tribute is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Peugeot 309. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Peugeot 309 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 77 more horse power than 1988 Peugeot 309. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1988 Peugeot 309. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 575 kg more than 1988 Peugeot 309. 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 1988 Peugeot 309. 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 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Peugeot 309. (88 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Peugeot 309.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mazda Tribute | 1988 Peugeot 309 | |
| Make | Mazda | Peugeot |
| Model | Tribute | 309 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1118 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2480 mm |
