1969 Pontiac Firebird vs. 2011 Subaru Tribeca
To start off, 2011 Subaru Tribeca is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 6,547 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Pontiac Firebird (330 HP) has 74 more horse power than 2011 Subaru Tribeca. (256 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 2011 Subaru Tribeca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Tribeca weights approximately 330 kg more than 1969 Pontiac Firebird.
Because 2011 Subaru Tribeca is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Pontiac Firebird. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Tribeca 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.
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1969 Pontiac Firebird | 2011 Subaru Tribeca | |
Make | Pontiac | Subaru |
Model | Firebird | Tribeca |
Year Released | 1969 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6547 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 330 HP | 256 HP |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4864 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1877 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2748 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |