1978 Mazda Familia vs. 2009 Subaru Tribeca
To start off, 2009 Subaru Tribeca is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 3,630 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Subaru Tribeca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Tribeca (254 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1978 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Tribeca should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Subaru Tribeca weights approximately 660 kg more than 1978 Mazda Familia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Subaru Tribeca (350 Nm @ 450 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda Familia. (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Tribeca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Mazda Familia | 2009 Subaru Tribeca | |
| Make | Mazda | Subaru |
| Model | Familia | Tribeca |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1272 cc | 3630 cc |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 254 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 450 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 804 kg | 1464 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2760 mm |
