1980 Volkswagen Golf vs. 2011 Subaru Tribeca
To start off, 2011 Subaru Tribeca is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Subaru Tribeca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Tribeca (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1980 Volkswagen Golf. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Tribeca should accelerate faster than 1980 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Tribeca weights approximately 1180 kg more than 1980 Volkswagen Golf. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Subaru Tribeca is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Volkswagen Golf. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Subaru Tribeca (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volkswagen Golf. (79 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Tribeca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volkswagen Golf. 2011 Subaru Tribeca has automatic transmission and 1980 Volkswagen Golf has manual transmission. 1980 Volkswagen Golf will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Subaru Tribeca will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1980 Volkswagen Golf | 2011 Subaru Tribeca | |
Make | Volkswagen | Subaru |
Model | Golf | Tribeca |
Year Released | 1980 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1093 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 335 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4864 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1877 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2748 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 64 L |