2005 Mazda Tribute vs. 1987 Nissan Prairie
To start off, 2005 Mazda Tribute is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Nissan Prairie. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Nissan Prairie 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 75 more horse power than 1987 Nissan Prairie. (79 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1987 Nissan Prairie. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 504 kg more than 1987 Nissan Prairie. 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 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Nissan Prairie. (121 Nm). This means 2005 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Nissan Prairie. 2005 Mazda Tribute has automatic transmission and 1987 Nissan Prairie has manual transmission. 1987 Nissan Prairie 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 | 1987 Nissan Prairie | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | Tribute | Prairie |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1987 |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 1487 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 207 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1479 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2520 mm |
