2005 Mazda Tribute vs. 1988 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2005 Mazda Tribute is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Nissan Patrol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Nissan Patrol would be higher. At 3,244 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda Tribute (200 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1988 Nissan Patrol. (94 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1988 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 568 kg more than 2005 Mazda Tribute.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mazda Tribute (262 Nm) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Nissan Patrol. (215 Nm). This means 2005 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Nissan Patrol. 2005 Mazda Tribute has automatic transmission and 1988 Nissan Patrol has manual transmission. 1988 Nissan Patrol 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.
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2005 Mazda Tribute | 1988 Nissan Patrol | |
Make | Mazda | Nissan |
Model | Tribute | Patrol |
Year Released | 2005 | 1988 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2965 cc | 3244 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 262 Nm | 215 Nm |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1507 kg | 2075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2980 mm |