2006 Mazda Tribute vs. 1987 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2006 Mazda Tribute is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 2,954 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Toyota Crown (190 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2006 Mazda Tribute. (153 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Toyota Crown should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Toyota Crown weights approximately 270 kg more than 2006 Mazda Tribute. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Mazda Tribute is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Toyota Crown. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 1987 Toyota Crown (255 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda Tribute. (206 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1987 Toyota Crown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda Tribute. 1987 Toyota Crown has automatic transmission and 2006 Mazda Tribute has manual transmission. 2006 Mazda Tribute will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1987 Toyota Crown will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mazda Tribute | 1987 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | Tribute | Crown |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1987 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 2954 cc |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2730 mm |
