1975 Ford Escort vs. 2009 Subaru Tribeca
To start off, 2009 Subaru Tribeca is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ford Escort would be higher. At 3,629 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Subaru Tribeca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Tribeca (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1975 Ford Escort. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Tribeca should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Escort.
Because 2009 Subaru Tribeca is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Subaru Tribeca (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Escort. (85 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Tribeca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Escort. 2009 Subaru Tribeca has automatic transmission and 1975 Ford Escort has manual transmission. 1975 Ford Escort will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Subaru Tribeca will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Ford Escort | 2009 Subaru Tribeca | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Escort | Tribeca |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 3629 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2750 mm |
