1985 Dodge Colt vs. 2011 Subaru Tribeca
To start off, 2011 Subaru Tribeca is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Dodge Colt. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Dodge Colt 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 169 more horse power than 1985 Dodge Colt. (87 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Tribeca should accelerate faster than 1985 Dodge Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Tribeca weights approximately 719 kg more than 1985 Dodge Colt. 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 1985 Dodge Colt. 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 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Dodge Colt. (146 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Tribeca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Dodge Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Dodge Colt | 2011 Subaru Tribeca | |
| Make | Dodge | Subaru |
| Model | Colt | Tribeca |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1869 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4864 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1877 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1687 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2748 mm |
