1976 Audi 100 vs. 2012 Subaru Tribeca
To start off, 2012 Subaru Tribeca is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Audi 100 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 186 more horse power than 1976 Audi 100. (70 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Tribeca should accelerate faster than 1976 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Subaru Tribeca weights approximately 701 kg more than 1976 Audi 100. 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 1976 Audi 100. 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 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Audi 100. (122 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Subaru Tribeca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Audi 100. 2012 Subaru Tribeca has automatic transmission and 1976 Audi 100 has manual transmission. 1976 Audi 100 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Subaru Tribeca will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Audi 100 | 2012 Subaru Tribeca | |
| Make | Audi | Subaru |
| Model | 100 | Tribeca |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1986 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1911 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4864 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1877 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1687 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2748 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 64 L |
