2001 Mazda Tribute vs. 1990 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2001 Mazda Tribute is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Mercedes-Benz SL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Mercedes-Benz SL would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Mercedes-Benz SL (228 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 2001 Mazda Tribute. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 2001 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 95 kg more than 1990 Mercedes-Benz SL.
Because 2001 Mazda Tribute is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Mercedes-Benz SL. 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 (271 Nm) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mercedes-Benz SL. (267 Nm). This means 2001 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mercedes-Benz SL. 2001 Mazda Tribute has automatic transmission and 1990 Mercedes-Benz SL has manual transmission. 1990 Mercedes-Benz SL will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Mazda Tribute will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mazda Tribute | 1990 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Tribute | SL |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1990 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 2962 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 267 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2520 mm |
