1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 2008 Subaru Tribeca
To start off, 2008 Subaru Tribeca is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 7,462 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Subaru Tribeca (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (248 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Tribeca should accelerate faster than 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 425 kg more than 2008 Subaru Tribeca.
Because 2008 Subaru Tribeca is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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. Let's talk about torque, 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass (502 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Subaru Tribeca. (336 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Subaru Tribeca.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass | 2008 Subaru Tribeca | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Subaru |
| Model | Cutlass | Tribeca |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7462 cc | 3630 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 248 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 502 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2750 mm |
