2005 Mazda Tribute vs. 1977 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2005 Mazda Tribute is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 2,965 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda Tribute (200 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Crown. (67 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 102 kg more than 1977 Toyota Crown. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mazda Tribute (262 Nm) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Toyota Crown. (142 Nm). This means 2005 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Toyota Crown. 2005 Mazda Tribute has automatic transmission and 1977 Toyota Crown has manual transmission. 1977 Toyota Crown will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Mazda Tribute will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda Tribute | 1977 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | Tribute | Crown |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2965 cc | 2188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 262 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1507 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2700 mm |
