1966 Ford Corsair vs. 2002 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2002 Mazda Tribute is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ford Corsair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ford Corsair would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mazda Tribute (195 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1966 Ford Corsair. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1966 Ford Corsair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 705 kg more than 1966 Ford Corsair. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Mazda Tribute is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Ford Corsair. 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, 2002 Mazda Tribute (270 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford Corsair. (101 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2002 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ford Corsair.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ford Corsair | 2002 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Corsair | Tribute |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2610 mm |
