2002 Mazda Tribute vs. 1987 Porsche 928
To start off, 2002 Mazda Tribute is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Porsche 928. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Porsche 928 would be higher. At 4,663 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Porsche 928 (306 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2002 Mazda Tribute. (195 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 2002 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 60 kg more than 1987 Porsche 928.
Because 2002 Mazda Tribute is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Porsche 928. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 1987 Porsche 928 (408 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mazda Tribute. (270 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1987 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mazda Tribute.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mazda Tribute | 1987 Porsche 928 | |
| Make | Mazda | Porsche |
| Model | Tribute | 928 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1987 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 4663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 408 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2510 mm |
