2002 Mazda Tribute vs. 1992 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2002 Mazda Tribute is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Toyota Camry would be higher. Both 2002 Mazda Tribute and 1992 Toyota Camry are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mazda Tribute (130 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1992 Toyota Camry. (106 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1992 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Toyota Camry weights approximately 85 kg more than 2002 Mazda Tribute.
Because 2002 Mazda Tribute is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Toyota Camry. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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 Toyota Camry (285 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mazda Tribute. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1992 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mazda Tribute.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mazda Tribute | 1992 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | Tribute | Camry |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1992 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |
