1975 Ford Capri vs. 2013 Subaru Tribeca

To start off, 2013 Subaru Tribeca is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ford Capri would be higher. At 3,600 cc (16 cylinders), 2013 Subaru Tribeca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Tribeca (252 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 1975 Ford Capri. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Tribeca should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Tribeca weights approximately 952 kg more than 1975 Ford Capri. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2013 Subaru Tribeca is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Ford Capri. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Subaru Tribeca (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Capri. (85 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Subaru Tribeca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Capri.

Compare all specifications:

1975 Ford Capri 2013 Subaru Tribeca
Make Ford Subaru
Model Capri Tribeca
Year Released 1975 2013
Body Type Coupe SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1298 cc 3600 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 16 cylinders
Engine Type in-line electric
Horse Power 53 HP 252 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 85 Nm 335 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 4400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 79 mm 92 mm
Engine Stroke Size 66 mm 91 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel / Electric Hybrid
Drive Type Rear AWD
Transmission Type Manual 6-speed manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 985 kg 1937 kg
Vehicle Length 4300 mm 4865 mm
Vehicle Width 1710 mm 2256 mm
Vehicle Height 1370 mm 1730 mm
Wheelbase Size 2570 mm 2745 mm


 

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