1974 Mazda RX-4 vs. 2012 Subaru Tribeca
To start off, 2012 Subaru Tribeca is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mazda RX-4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mazda RX-4 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Subaru Tribeca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Subaru Tribeca (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1974 Mazda RX-4. (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Tribeca should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda RX-4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Subaru Tribeca weights approximately 801 kg more than 1974 Mazda RX-4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Subaru Tribeca is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Mazda RX-4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Subaru Tribeca (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda RX-4. (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Subaru Tribeca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda RX-4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Mazda RX-4 | 2012 Subaru Tribeca | |
| Make | Mazda | Subaru |
| Model | RX-4 | Tribeca |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2616 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | boxer |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1911 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4864 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1877 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1687 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2748 mm |
