2009 Mazda Tribute vs. 1980 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 2009 Mazda Tribute is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Corsa would be higher. At 2,483 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda Tribute (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 310 kg more than 1980 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 (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 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 1980 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mazda Tribute | 1980 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | Tribute | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2483 cc | 1452 cc |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 232 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2510 mm |
