2005 Mazda Tribute vs. 1968 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2005 Mazda Tribute is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda Tribute (122 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1968 Toyota Corona. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1968 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 515 kg more than 1968 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Mazda Tribute is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Toyota Corona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Mazda Tribute (175 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Toyota Corona. (148 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda Tribute | 1968 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | Tribute | Corona |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1857 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.8 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 166 km/hour | 166 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 51 L |
