1964 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2009 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2009 Mazda Tribute is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1964 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Chevrolet Corvette (247 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2009 Mazda Tribute. (171 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 170 kg more than 1964 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2009 Mazda Tribute is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 1964 Chevrolet Corvette (475 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda Tribute. (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1964 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda Tribute.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Chevrolet Corvette | 2009 Mazda Tribute | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
Model | Corvette | Tribute |
Year Released | 1964 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5354 cc | 2483 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 171 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 232 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 62 L |