1991 Honda CRX 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 Honda CRX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Honda CRX would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Honda CRX (150 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2005 Mazda Tribute. (122 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Honda CRX should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 510 kg more than 1991 Honda CRX.
Because 2005 Mazda Tribute is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Honda CRX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Mazda Tribute (175 Nm) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Honda CRX. (121 Nm). This means 2005 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Honda CRX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Honda CRX | 2005 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | CRX | Tribute |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1492 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 74.9 mm | 84.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.6 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2620 mm |
