2004 Mazda Tribute vs. 1989 Volvo 460
To start off, 2004 Mazda Tribute is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Volvo 460. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Volvo 460 would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda Tribute (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1989 Volvo 460. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1989 Volvo 460. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 450 kg more than 1989 Volvo 460. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Mazda Tribute (266 Nm) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Volvo 460. (175 Nm). This means 2004 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Volvo 460.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mazda Tribute | 1989 Volvo 460 | |
| Make | Mazda | Volvo |
| Model | Tribute | 460 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 266 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1506 kg | 1056 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 60 L |
