2004 Mazda Tribute vs. 1977 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2004 Mazda Tribute is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda Tribute (130 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Carina. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 391 kg more than 1977 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Mazda Tribute (183 Nm) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Toyota Carina. (147 Nm). This means 2004 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mazda Tribute | 1977 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | Tribute | Carina |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 70 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1386 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2510 mm |
