2005 Mazda Tribute vs. 1992 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 2005 Mazda Tribute is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 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 1992 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1992 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 265 kg more than 1992 Nissan Sunny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Mazda Tribute is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Nissan Sunny. 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 (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 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 1992 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda Tribute | 1992 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | Tribute | Sunny |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1992 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1971 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 | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1530 mm |
