2003 Mazda Tribute vs. 1995 Honda Today
To start off, 2003 Mazda Tribute is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Honda Today. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Honda Today would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mazda Tribute (122 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1995 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1995 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 785 kg more than 1995 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (230 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2003 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Honda Today. 1995 Honda Today has automatic transmission and 2003 Mazda Tribute has manual transmission. 2003 Mazda Tribute will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Honda Today will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Mazda Tribute | 1995 Honda Today | |
Make | Mazda | Honda |
Model | Tribute | Today |
Year Released | 2003 | 1995 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 122 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1400 mm |