2009 Mazda Tribute vs. 1984 Toyota Model F
To start off, 2009 Mazda Tribute is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Toyota Model F. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Toyota Model F would be higher. At 2,483 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda Tribute (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1984 Toyota Model F. (87 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1984 Toyota Model F. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 220 kg more than 1984 Toyota Model F. 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 1984 Toyota Model F. 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 (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Toyota Model F. (162 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Toyota Model F.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mazda Tribute | 1984 Toyota Model F | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | Tribute | Model F |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2483 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 232 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2240 mm |
