2005 Mazda Tribute vs. 1980 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 2005 Mazda Tribute is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Sprinter 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 107 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Sprinter. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 532 kg more than 1980 Toyota Sprinter. 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 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Sprinter. (150 Nm). This means 2005 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda Tribute | 1980 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | Tribute | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2965 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 262 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1507 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2410 mm |
