2003 Mazda Tribute vs. 1986 Nissan Santana
To start off, 2003 Mazda Tribute is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Nissan Santana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Nissan Santana would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mazda Tribute (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1986 Nissan Santana. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1986 Nissan Santana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 355 kg more than 1986 Nissan Santana. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Mazda Tribute is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Nissan Santana. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Mazda Tribute (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Nissan Santana. (142 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Nissan Santana.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Mazda Tribute | 1986 Nissan Santana | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | Tribute | Santana |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1986 |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1780 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2560 mm |
