2004 Mazda Tribute vs. 1986 Toyota Blizzard
To start off, 2004 Mazda Tribute is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Toyota Blizzard. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Toyota Blizzard would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda Tribute (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1986 Toyota Blizzard. (76 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1986 Toyota Blizzard. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 227 kg more than 1986 Toyota Blizzard. 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, 2004 Mazda Tribute (271 Nm) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Toyota Blizzard. (167 Nm). This means 2004 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Toyota Blizzard.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mazda Tribute | 1986 Toyota Blizzard | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | Tribute | Blizzard |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1986 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 2446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1583 kg | 1356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 70 L |
