1992 Ford Crown Victoria vs. 2005 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2005 Mazda Tribute is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ford Crown Victoria. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ford Crown Victoria would be higher. At 4,598 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ford Crown Victoria (208 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2005 Mazda Tribute. (155 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Crown Victoria should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 197 kg more than 2005 Mazda Tribute. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Mazda Tribute is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Ford Crown Victoria. 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, 1992 Ford Crown Victoria (386 Nm) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Tribute. (206 Nm). This means 1992 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda Tribute.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Ford Crown Victoria | 2005 Mazda Tribute | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | Crown Victoria | Tribute |
Year Released | 1992 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4598 cc | 2262 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 155 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 386 Nm | 206 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1518 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 62 L |