1993 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2001 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2001 Mazda Tribute is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Chevrolet Caprice (257 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 2001 Mazda Tribute. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 2001 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 65 kg more than 2001 Mazda Tribute. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Mazda Tribute is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Chevrolet Caprice. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 1993 Chevrolet Caprice (447 Nm) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mazda Tribute. (271 Nm). This means 1993 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mazda Tribute.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Chevrolet Caprice | 2001 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Caprice | Tribute |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 257 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5440 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2630 mm |
