1986 Ford Escort vs. 2010 Subaru Tribeca

To start off, 2010 Subaru Tribeca is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ford Escort would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Subaru Tribeca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Subaru Tribeca (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1986 Ford Escort. (59 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Tribeca should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Subaru Tribeca weights approximately 1001 kg more than 1986 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2010 Subaru Tribeca is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Subaru Tribeca (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Escort. (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Subaru Tribeca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Escort. 2010 Subaru Tribeca has automatic transmission and 1986 Ford Escort has manual transmission. 1986 Ford Escort will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Subaru Tribeca will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1986 Ford Escort 2010 Subaru Tribeca
Make Ford Subaru
Model Escort Tribeca
Year Released 1986 2010
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1751 cc 3600 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Horse Power 59 HP 256 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 110 Nm 335 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 4400 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type Front AWD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 910 kg 1911 kg
Vehicle Length 4090 mm 4864 mm
Vehicle Width 1650 mm 1877 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1687 mm
Wheelbase Size 2520 mm 2748 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 45 L 64 L


 

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