2005 Mazda Tribute vs. 1989 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 2005 Mazda Tribute is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Nissan Laurel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Nissan Laurel would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Nissan Laurel (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2005 Mazda Tribute. (122 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Nissan Laurel should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 270 kg more than 1989 Nissan Laurel.
Because 2005 Mazda Tribute is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Nissan Laurel. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Tribute will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mazda Tribute (175 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Nissan Laurel. (171 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Nissan Laurel.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mazda Tribute | 1989 Nissan Laurel | |
Make | Mazda | Nissan |
Model | Tribute | Laurel |
Year Released | 2005 | 1989 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 122 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 171 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2680 mm |