2006 Mazda Tribute vs. 1990 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2006 Mazda Tribute is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,966 cc, 2006 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda Tribute (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1990 Toyota Corolla. (90 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1990 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 119 kg more than 1990 Toyota Corolla. 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 1990 Toyota Corolla. 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, 2006 Mazda Tribute (262 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Toyota Corolla. (135 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Toyota Corolla. 2006 Mazda Tribute has automatic transmission and 1990 Toyota Corolla has manual transmission. 1990 Toyota Corolla will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Mazda Tribute will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2006 Mazda Tribute | 1990 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Mazda | Toyota |
Model | Tribute | Corolla |
Year Released | 2006 | 1990 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2966 cc | 1587 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 262 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4850 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1134 kg | 1015 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2440 mm |