2005 Mazda Tribute vs. 1987 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2005 Mazda Tribute is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Toyota Corolla 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 14 more horse power than 1987 Toyota Corolla. (140 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1987 Toyota Corolla.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mazda Tribute (207 Nm) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Toyota Corolla. (206 Nm). This means 2005 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Toyota Corolla. 2005 Mazda Tribute has automatic transmission and 1987 Toyota Corolla has manual transmission. 1987 Toyota Corolla 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 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | Tribute | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 207 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 50 L |
