2003 Mazda Tribute vs. 1978 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 2003 Mazda Tribute is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Corsa would be higher. At 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mazda Tribute (122 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 610 kg more than 1978 Toyota Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Mazda Tribute (175 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Mazda Tribute | 1978 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | Tribute | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 1452 cc |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2510 mm |
