1987 Ford Sierra vs. 2012 Subaru Tribeca
To start off, 2012 Subaru Tribeca is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ford Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ford Sierra would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Subaru Tribeca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Subaru Tribeca (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1987 Ford Sierra. (113 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Tribeca should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Subaru Tribeca weights approximately 779 kg more than 1987 Ford Sierra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Subaru Tribeca (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Sierra. (180 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Subaru Tribeca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Sierra | 2012 Subaru Tribeca | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Sierra | Tribeca |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2294 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1869 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4864 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1877 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1687 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2748 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 64 L |
