1989 Audi Coupe vs. 2011 Subaru Tribeca
To start off, 2011 Subaru Tribeca is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Audi Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Audi Coupe would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Subaru Tribeca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Tribeca (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1989 Audi Coupe. (111 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Tribeca should accelerate faster than 1989 Audi Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Tribeca weights approximately 800 kg more than 1989 Audi Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Subaru Tribeca is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Audi Coupe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Subaru Tribeca (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Audi Coupe. (173 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Tribeca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Audi Coupe. 2011 Subaru Tribeca has automatic transmission and 1989 Audi Coupe has manual transmission. 1989 Audi Coupe will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Subaru Tribeca will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1989 Audi Coupe | 2011 Subaru Tribeca | |
Make | Audi | Subaru |
Model | Coupe | Tribeca |
Year Released | 1989 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1984 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 111 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 173 Nm | 335 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4864 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1877 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2748 mm |