2009 Mazda Tribute vs. 1992 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2009 Mazda Tribute is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda Tribute (240 HP @ 6550 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1992 Toyota Carina. (72 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1992 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Toyota Carina weights approximately 95 kg more than 2009 Mazda Tribute.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Mazda Tribute (302 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Toyota Carina. (132 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Toyota Carina. 2009 Mazda Tribute has automatic transmission and 1992 Toyota Carina has manual transmission. 1992 Toyota Carina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Mazda Tribute will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mazda Tribute | 1992 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | Tribute | Carina |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1992 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 1974 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6550 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 302 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2590 mm |
