1991 Chevrolet Cavalier vs. 2005 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2005 Mazda Tribute is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Chevrolet Cavalier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Chevrolet Cavalier would be higher. At 2,262 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda Tribute (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1991 Chevrolet Cavalier. (94 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1991 Chevrolet Cavalier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 374 kg more than 1991 Chevrolet Cavalier. 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 (207 Nm) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Chevrolet Cavalier. (163 Nm). This means 2005 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Chevrolet Cavalier. 2005 Mazda Tribute has automatic transmission and 1991 Chevrolet Cavalier has manual transmission. 1991 Chevrolet Cavalier 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:
| 1991 Chevrolet Cavalier | 2005 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Cavalier | Tribute |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2189 cc | 2262 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 207 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1479 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2630 mm |
