1978 Volkswagen Beetle vs. 2010 Subaru Tribeca
To start off, 2010 Subaru Tribeca is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Volkswagen Beetle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Volkswagen Beetle would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Subaru Tribeca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Subaru Tribeca (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 1978 Volkswagen Beetle. (43 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Tribeca should accelerate faster than 1978 Volkswagen Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Subaru Tribeca weights approximately 1110 kg more than 1978 Volkswagen Beetle. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Subaru Tribeca is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Volkswagen Beetle. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Subaru Tribeca (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Volkswagen Beetle. (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Subaru Tribeca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Volkswagen Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Volkswagen Beetle | 2010 Subaru Tribeca | |
Make | Volkswagen | Subaru |
Model | Beetle | Tribeca |
Year Released | 1978 | 2010 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1285 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 86 Nm | 335 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4864 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1877 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2748 mm |