2005 Mazda Tribute vs. 1978 Porsche 930
To start off, 2005 Mazda Tribute is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Porsche 930. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Porsche 930 would be higher. At 3,298 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Porsche 930 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Porsche 930 (296 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 2005 Mazda Tribute. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 143 kg more than 1978 Porsche 930.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Porsche 930 (440 Nm) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Tribute. (207 Nm). This means 1978 Porsche 930 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda Tribute.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda Tribute | 1978 Porsche 930 | |
| Make | Mazda | Porsche |
| Model | Tribute | 930 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1978 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 3298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 207 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 74.4 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1443 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2510 mm |
