1984 Ford Sierra 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 Ford Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Sierra 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 138 more horse power than 1984 Ford Sierra. (114 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Tribeca should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Tribeca weights approximately 822 kg more than 1984 Ford Sierra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Subaru Tribeca is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Ford Sierra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Subaru Tribeca (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Sierra. (176 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Subaru Tribeca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Sierra. 1984 Ford Sierra has automatic transmission and 2013 Subaru Tribeca has manual transmission. 2013 Subaru Tribeca will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1984 Ford Sierra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1984 Ford Sierra | 2013 Subaru Tribeca | |
Make | Ford | Subaru |
Model | Sierra | Tribeca |
Year Released | 1984 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2294 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | electric |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 335 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 60.1 mm | 91 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1937 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4865 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2256 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2745 mm |