1978 Chrysler Newport vs. 2008 Subaru Tribeca
To start off, 2008 Subaru Tribeca is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Chrysler Newport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Chrysler Newport would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Chrysler Newport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Subaru Tribeca (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1978 Chrysler Newport. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Tribeca should accelerate faster than 1978 Chrysler Newport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Chrysler Newport weights approximately 349 kg more than 2008 Subaru Tribeca.
Because 2008 Subaru Tribeca is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Chrysler Newport. 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, 1978 Chrysler Newport (363 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Subaru Tribeca. (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1978 Chrysler Newport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Subaru Tribeca.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Chrysler Newport | 2008 Subaru Tribeca | |
| Make | Chrysler | Subaru |
| Model | Newport | Tribeca |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 3628 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 1461 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 2750 mm |
