2004 Mazda Tribute vs. 1989 Chevrolet Astro
To start off, 2004 Mazda Tribute is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Chevrolet Astro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Chevrolet Astro would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Chevrolet Astro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda Tribute (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1989 Chevrolet Astro. (183 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1989 Chevrolet Astro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 389 kg more than 2004 Mazda Tribute.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Chevrolet Astro (338 Nm) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda Tribute. (266 Nm). This means 1989 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda Tribute.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mazda Tribute | 1989 Chevrolet Astro | |
| Make | Mazda | Chevrolet |
| Model | Tribute | Astro |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1989 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 183 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 266 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1506 kg | 1895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2830 mm |
