1985 Ford Orion vs. 2009 Subaru Tribeca
To start off, 2009 Subaru Tribeca is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Ford Orion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ford Orion would be higher. At 3,630 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Subaru Tribeca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Tribeca (252 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1985 Ford Orion. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Tribeca should accelerate faster than 1985 Ford Orion.
Because 2009 Subaru Tribeca is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Ford Orion. 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 (247 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford Orion. (101 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Tribeca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ford Orion. 2009 Subaru Tribeca has automatic transmission and 1985 Ford Orion has manual transmission. 1985 Ford Orion 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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1985 Ford Orion | 2009 Subaru Tribeca | |
Make | Ford | Subaru |
Model | Orion | Tribeca |
Year Released | 1985 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1297 cc | 3630 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 68 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 101 Nm | 247 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 99.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 64.5 mm | 79 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 64 L |