2005 Mazda Tribute vs. 1994 Renault Express
To start off, 2005 Mazda Tribute is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Renault Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Renault Express 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 84 more horse power than 1994 Renault Express. (45 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1994 Renault Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 605 kg more than 1994 Renault Express. 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 1994 Renault Express. 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 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Renault Express. (79 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Renault Express.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda Tribute | 1994 Renault Express | |
| Make | Mazda | Renault |
| Model | Tribute | Express |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.9 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2590 mm |
