1988 Pontiac Grand Prix vs. 2009 Subaru Tribeca
To start off, 2009 Subaru Tribeca is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Pontiac Grand Prix. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Pontiac Grand Prix would be higher. At 3,629 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Subaru Tribeca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Tribeca (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1988 Pontiac Grand Prix. (205 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Tribeca should accelerate faster than 1988 Pontiac Grand Prix.
Because 2009 Subaru Tribeca is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Pontiac Grand Prix. 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 (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Pontiac Grand Prix. (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Tribeca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Pontiac Grand Prix.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Pontiac Grand Prix | 2009 Subaru Tribeca | |
Make | Pontiac | Subaru |
Model | Grand Prix | Tribeca |
Year Released | 1988 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3097 cc | 3629 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 335 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 99.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 79 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 64 L |