1969 Toyota Corolla vs. 2010 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2010 Mazda Tribute is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mazda Tribute (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1969 Toyota Corolla. (76 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1969 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 779 kg more than 1969 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Toyota Corolla is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1969 Toyota Corolla. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Mazda Tribute, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Mazda Tribute (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Toyota Corolla. (94 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2010 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Toyota Corolla | 2010 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Toyota | Mazda |
| Model | Corolla | Tribute |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1165 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1514 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4442 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1806 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1783 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2619 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 66 L |
