2009 Mazda Tribute vs. 1988 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Mazda Tribute is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,598 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Porsche 911 (246 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2009 Mazda Tribute. (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 203 kg more than 1988 Porsche 911.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1988 Porsche 911 (310 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda Tribute. (262 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 1988 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda Tribute. 2009 Mazda Tribute has automatic transmission and 1988 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 1988 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Mazda Tribute will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mazda Tribute | 1988 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Mazda | Porsche |
| Model | Tribute | 911 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1988 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 3598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 246 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 262 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4850 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 76.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 260 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.5 seconds | 6.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1653 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 77 L |
