2009 Mazda Tribute vs. 1988 Porsche 944
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 944. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Porsche 944 would be higher. At 2,680 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Porsche 944 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda Tribute (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1988 Porsche 944. (162 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1988 Porsche 944.
Because 2009 Mazda Tribute is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Porsche 944. 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 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Porsche 944. (225 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Porsche 944.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mazda Tribute | 1988 Porsche 944 | |
| Make | Mazda | Porsche |
| Model | Tribute | 944 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2483 cc | 2680 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 162 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 232 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 10.9:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2390 mm |
