1986 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2006 Subaru B9 Tribeca
To start off, 2006 Subaru B9 Tribeca is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 2,999 cc, 2006 Subaru B9 Tribeca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru B9 Tribeca (250 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1986 Chevrolet Blazer. (91 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru B9 Tribeca should accelerate faster than 1986 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru B9 Tribeca weights approximately 233 kg more than 1986 Chevrolet Blazer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Subaru B9 Tribeca (298 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Chevrolet Blazer. (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Subaru B9 Tribeca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Chevrolet Blazer | 2006 Subaru B9 Tribeca | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
| Model | Blazer | B9 Tribeca |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2471 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1633 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2750 mm |
