2008 Mazda Tribute vs. 1989 Pontiac Trans Sport
To start off, 2008 Mazda Tribute is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Pontiac Trans Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Pontiac Trans Sport would be higher. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Pontiac Trans Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda Tribute (153 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1989 Pontiac Trans Sport. (118 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1989 Pontiac Trans Sport.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1989 Pontiac Trans Sport (237 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda Tribute. (201 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1989 Pontiac Trans Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda Tribute. 1989 Pontiac Trans Sport 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. 1989 Pontiac Trans Sport will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mazda Tribute | 1989 Pontiac Trans Sport | |
| Make | Mazda | Pontiac |
| Model | Tribute | Trans Sport |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1989 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2299 cc | 3135 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 201 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2070 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2800 mm |
