2009 Mazda Tribute vs. 1987 Porsche 924
To start off, 2009 Mazda Tribute is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Porsche 924. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Porsche 924 would be higher. At 2,483 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Porsche 924 (161 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2009 Mazda Tribute. (153 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Porsche 924 should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Porsche 924 weights approximately 70 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 1987 Porsche 924. 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, 1987 Porsche 924 (210 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda Tribute. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1987 Porsche 924 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda Tribute.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mazda Tribute | 1987 Porsche 924 | |
| Make | Mazda | Porsche |
| Model | Tribute | 924 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1987 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2483 cc | 2479 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 66 L |
