2005 Mazda Tribute vs. 1985 Nissan Santana
To start off, 2005 Mazda Tribute is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Nissan Santana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Nissan Santana would be higher. At 2,262 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda Tribute (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1985 Nissan Santana. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1985 Nissan Santana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 405 kg more than 1985 Nissan Santana. 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 (207 Nm) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Nissan Santana. (142 Nm). This means 2005 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Nissan Santana. 2005 Mazda Tribute has automatic transmission and 1985 Nissan Santana has manual transmission. 1985 Nissan Santana 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 | 1985 Nissan Santana | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | Tribute | Santana |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1985 |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 207 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1479 kg | 1074 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2560 mm |
