1984 Audi Quattro vs. 2013 Subaru Tribeca
To start off, 2013 Subaru Tribeca is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Audi Quattro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Audi Quattro would be higher. At 3,600 cc (16 cylinders), 2013 Subaru Tribeca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Tribeca (252 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1984 Audi Quattro. (180 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Tribeca should accelerate faster than 1984 Audi Quattro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Tribeca weights approximately 641 kg more than 1984 Audi Quattro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 Subaru Tribeca (335 Nm) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Audi Quattro. (251 Nm). This means 2013 Subaru Tribeca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Audi Quattro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Audi Quattro | 2013 Subaru Tribeca | |
| Make | Audi | Subaru |
| Model | Quattro | Tribeca |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 91 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1296 kg | 1937 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4865 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2256 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2745 mm |
