2002 Mazda Tribute vs. 1966 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2002 Mazda Tribute is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mazda Tribute (130 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1966 Toyota Corona. (70 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1966 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 480 kg more than 1966 Toyota Corona. 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 Toyota Corona. 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 (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Toyota Corona. (115 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2002 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mazda Tribute | 1966 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | Tribute | Corona |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.8 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 22.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |
