1986 Hyundai Excel vs. 2005 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2005 Mazda Tribute is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Hyundai Excel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Hyundai Excel would be higher. At 2,965 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda Tribute (200 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1986 Hyundai Excel. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1986 Hyundai Excel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 532 kg more than 1986 Hyundai Excel. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mazda Tribute (262 Nm) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Hyundai Excel. (124 Nm). This means 2005 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Hyundai Excel. 2005 Mazda Tribute has automatic transmission and 1986 Hyundai Excel has manual transmission. 1986 Hyundai Excel will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Mazda Tribute will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Hyundai Excel | 2005 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mazda |
| Model | Excel | Tribute |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1468 cc | 2965 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 262 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1507 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2680 mm |
