1989 Ford Escort vs. 2010 Subaru Tribeca
To start off, 2010 Subaru Tribeca is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 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 1989 Ford Escort. (59 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Tribeca should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Escort.
Because 2010 Subaru Tribeca is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 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 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Escort. (109 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Subaru Tribeca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Ford Escort | 2010 Subaru Tribeca | |
Make | Ford | Subaru |
Model | Escort | Tribeca |
Year Released | 1989 | 2010 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1700 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 | 109 Nm | 335 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4864 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1877 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2748 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 64 L |