1960 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2010 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2010 Mazda Tribute is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 4,637 cc (8 cylinders), 1960 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Chevrolet Corvette (227 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2010 Mazda Tribute. (153 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2010 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 275 kg more than 2010 Mazda Tribute. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Mazda Tribute is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 1960 Chevrolet Corvette (408 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mazda Tribute. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1960 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mazda Tribute.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Chevrolet Corvette | 2010 Mazda Tribute | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
Model | Corvette | Tribute |
Year Released | 1960 | 2010 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4637 cc | 2483 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 408 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1125 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 57 L |