1984 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2007 Subaru B9 Tribeca
To start off, 2007 Subaru B9 Tribeca is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru B9 Tribeca (245 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1984 Chevrolet Caprice. (149 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru B9 Tribeca should accelerate faster than 1984 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 87 kg more than 2007 Subaru B9 Tribeca.
Because 2007 Subaru B9 Tribeca is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Chevrolet Caprice. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Subaru B9 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, 1984 Chevrolet Caprice (333 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru B9 Tribeca. (292 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1984 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru B9 Tribeca.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Chevrolet Caprice | 2007 Subaru B9 Tribeca | |
Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
Model | Caprice | B9 Tribeca |
Year Released | 1984 | 2007 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5002 cc | 2999 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 149 HP | 245 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 333 Nm | 292 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94.9 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1633 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5460 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2750 mm |