2009 Mazda Tribute vs. 1978 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight
To start off, 2009 Mazda Tribute is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda Tribute (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1978 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. (133 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1978 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight weights approximately 175 kg more than 2009 Mazda Tribute.
Because 2009 Mazda Tribute is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. 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 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda Tribute. (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1978 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda Tribute.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Mazda Tribute | 1978 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight | |
Make | Mazda | Oldsmobile |
Model | Tribute | Eighty-Eight |
Year Released | 2009 | 1978 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2483 cc | 4942 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 171 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 232 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1725 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2960 mm |