1965 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2002 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2002 Mazda Tribute is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,352 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Chevrolet Corvette (247 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2002 Mazda Tribute. (195 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2002 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 215 kg more than 1965 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2002 Mazda Tribute is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 1965 Chevrolet Corvette (475 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mazda Tribute. (270 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1965 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mazda Tribute.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Chevrolet Corvette | 2002 Mazda Tribute | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
Model | Corvette | Tribute |
Year Released | 1965 | 2002 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5352 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 195 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1590 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2610 mm |