2008 Mazda Tribute vs. 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500
To start off, 2008 Mazda Tribute is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 would be higher. At 4,972 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 (237 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2008 Mazda Tribute. (153 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 should accelerate faster than 2008 Mazda Tribute.
Because 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Mazda Tribute, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 (402 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda Tribute. (201 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda Tribute. 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 has automatic transmission and 2008 Mazda Tribute has manual transmission. 2008 Mazda Tribute will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Mazda Tribute | 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 | |
Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Tribute | 500 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2299 cc | 4972 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 201 Nm | 402 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 8.8:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2070 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2820 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 90 L |