2004 Mazda Tribute vs. 1977 Porsche 911
To start off, 2004 Mazda Tribute is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Porsche 911 (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2004 Mazda Tribute. (122 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 335 kg more than 1977 Porsche 911.
Because 2004 Mazda Tribute is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 1977 Porsche 911 (260 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda Tribute. (175 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1977 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda Tribute.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mazda Tribute | 1977 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Mazda | Porsche |
| Model | Tribute | 911 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1977 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.9 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 70.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 79 L |
