1961 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2006 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2006 Mazda Tribute is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 4,637 cc (8 cylinders), 1961 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Chevrolet Corvette (227 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2006 Mazda Tribute. (153 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 590 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 1961 Chevrolet Corvette. 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, 1961 Chevrolet Corvette (407 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda Tribute. (206 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1961 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda Tribute.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Chevrolet Corvette | 2006 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Corvette | Tribute |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4637 cc | 2262 cc |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 62 L |
