1984 Ford Fiesta vs. 2009 Subaru Tribeca
To start off, 2009 Subaru Tribeca is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 3,629 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Subaru Tribeca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Tribeca (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1984 Ford Fiesta. (96 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Tribeca should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Fiesta.
Because 2009 Subaru Tribeca is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Ford Fiesta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Subaru Tribeca (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Fiesta. (132 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Tribeca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Fiesta. 2009 Subaru Tribeca has automatic transmission and 1984 Ford Fiesta has manual transmission. 1984 Ford Fiesta 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.
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1984 Ford Fiesta | 2009 Subaru Tribeca | |
Make | Ford | Subaru |
Model | Fiesta | Tribeca |
Year Released | 1984 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3629 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 96 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 132 Nm | 335 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 99.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 79 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2750 mm |