2009 Mazda Tribute vs. 1978 Aston Martin Lagonda
To start off, 2009 Mazda Tribute is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Aston Martin Lagonda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Aston Martin Lagonda would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Aston Martin Lagonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Aston Martin Lagonda (286 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 2009 Mazda Tribute. (153 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Aston Martin Lagonda should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Aston Martin Lagonda weights approximately 1101 kg more than 2009 Mazda Tribute. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Mazda Tribute is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Aston Martin Lagonda. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 1978 Aston Martin Lagonda (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda Tribute. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1978 Aston Martin Lagonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda Tribute.
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2009 Mazda Tribute | 1978 Aston Martin Lagonda | |
Make | Mazda | Aston Martin |
Model | Tribute | Lagonda |
Year Released | 2009 | 1978 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2483 cc | 5340 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 286 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 434 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 2226 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2920 mm |