1989 Dodge Spirit vs. 2013 Subaru Tribeca
To start off, 2013 Subaru Tribeca is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Dodge Spirit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Dodge Spirit would be higher. At 3,600 cc (16 cylinders), 2013 Subaru Tribeca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Tribeca (252 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1989 Dodge Spirit. (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Tribeca should accelerate faster than 1989 Dodge Spirit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Tribeca weights approximately 621 kg more than 1989 Dodge Spirit. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Subaru Tribeca is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Dodge Spirit. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Subaru Tribeca (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Dodge Spirit. (244 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Subaru Tribeca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Dodge Spirit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Dodge Spirit | 2013 Subaru Tribeca | |
| Make | Dodge | Subaru |
| Model | Spirit | Tribeca |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1316 kg | 1937 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4865 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2256 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2745 mm |
