2005 Mazda Tribute vs. 1991 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 2005 Mazda Tribute is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda Tribute (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1991 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1991 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 333 kg more than 1991 Nissan Sunny. 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 (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Nissan Sunny. (132 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda Tribute | 1991 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | Tribute | Sunny |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1974 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1092 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1400 mm |
