2009 Mazda Tribute vs. 1979 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 2009 Mazda Tribute is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Corsa would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda Tribute (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 838 kg more than 1979 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, 2009 Mazda Tribute (262 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mazda Tribute | 1979 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | Tribute | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 1450 cc |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 262 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4850 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1653 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2510 mm |
