2009 Mazda Tribute vs. 1990 Peugeot 505
To start off, 2009 Mazda Tribute is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Peugeot 505. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Peugeot 505 would be higher. At 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda Tribute (240 HP @ 6550 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1990 Peugeot 505. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1990 Peugeot 505. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Peugeot 505 weights approximately 75 kg more than 2009 Mazda Tribute.
Because 1990 Peugeot 505 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1990 Peugeot 505. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mazda Tribute, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (302 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Peugeot 505. (144 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Peugeot 505. 2009 Mazda Tribute has automatic transmission and 1990 Peugeot 505 has manual transmission. 1990 Peugeot 505 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.
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2009 Mazda Tribute | 1990 Peugeot 505 | |
Make | Mazda | Peugeot |
Model | Tribute | 505 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2960 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6550 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 302 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2750 mm |