1980 Mitsubishi Jeep vs. 2009 Subaru Tribeca
To start off, 2009 Subaru Tribeca is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Mitsubishi Jeep. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Mitsubishi Jeep 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 152 more horse power than 1980 Mitsubishi Jeep. (102 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Tribeca should accelerate faster than 1980 Mitsubishi Jeep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Mitsubishi Jeep weights approximately 56 kg more than 2009 Subaru Tribeca.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (350 Nm @ 450 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mitsubishi Jeep. (197 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Tribeca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mitsubishi Jeep. 2009 Subaru Tribeca has automatic transmission and 1980 Mitsubishi Jeep has manual transmission. 1980 Mitsubishi Jeep 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:
| 1980 Mitsubishi Jeep | 2009 Subaru Tribeca | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Subaru |
| Model | Jeep | Tribeca |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2384 cc | 3630 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 254 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 450 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1464 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2760 mm |
