2004 Mazda Tribute vs. 1990 Renault Alpine
To start off, 2004 Mazda Tribute is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Renault Alpine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Renault Alpine 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 19 more horse power than 1990 Renault Alpine. (182 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1990 Renault Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 373 kg more than 1990 Renault Alpine. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Mazda Tribute is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Renault Alpine. 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, 1990 Renault Alpine (290 Nm) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda Tribute. (271 Nm). This means 1990 Renault Alpine will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda Tribute.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mazda Tribute | 1990 Renault Alpine | |
| Make | Mazda | Renault |
| Model | Tribute | Alpine |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 91.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 63 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1583 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 13.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 72 L |
