1990 Ford Fairlane vs. 2005 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2005 Mazda Tribute is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 3,948 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda Tribute (200 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1990 Ford Fairlane. (186 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 48 kg more than 2005 Mazda Tribute.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 Ford Fairlane (338 Nm) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Tribute. (262 Nm). This means 1990 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda Tribute.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Fairlane | 2005 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Fairlane | Tribute |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3948 cc | 2965 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 186 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 262 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 1507 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2680 mm |
