1968 Ford Corsair vs. 2003 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2003 Mazda Tribute is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford Corsair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford Corsair would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mazda Tribute (122 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1968 Ford Corsair. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Corsair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 610 kg more than 1968 Ford Corsair. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Mazda Tribute is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Ford Corsair. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Mazda Tribute (230 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Corsair. (101 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2003 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford Corsair.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ford Corsair | 2003 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Corsair | Tribute |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 84.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.7 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 57 L |
