2003 Mazda Tribute vs. 1987 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2003 Mazda Tribute is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mazda Tribute (194 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1987 Toyota Crown. (97 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1987 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 318 kg more than 1987 Toyota Crown. 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 1987 Toyota Crown. 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 (231 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Toyota Crown. (157 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Mazda Tribute | 1987 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | Tribute | Crown |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 194 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1272 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2700 mm |
