2008 Mazda Tribute vs. 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2008 Mazda Tribute is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 2,366 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda Tribute (153 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser. (108 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Because 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Mazda Tribute. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2008 Mazda Tribute (201 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser. (187 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mazda Tribute | 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | Tribute | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1993 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2299 cc | 2366 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 201 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2070 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2320 mm |
