2009 Mazda Tribute vs. 1980 Buick Century
To start off, 2009 Mazda Tribute is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Buick Century would be higher. At 3,213 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda Tribute (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1980 Buick Century. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1980 Buick Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 223 kg more than 1980 Buick Century. 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 1980 Buick Century. 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, 2009 Mazda Tribute (262 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Buick Century. (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mazda Tribute | 1980 Buick Century | |
| Make | Mazda | Buick |
| Model | Tribute | Century |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1980 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 3213 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 262 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4850 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1653 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2760 mm |
