1989 Ford Fairlane 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 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 3,949 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Tribeca (252 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1989 Ford Fairlane. (186 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Tribeca should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Tribeca weights approximately 377 kg more than 1989 Ford Fairlane. 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 Ford Fairlane. 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, 1989 Ford Fairlane (338 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Subaru Tribeca. (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1989 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Subaru Tribeca. 1989 Ford Fairlane has automatic transmission and 2013 Subaru Tribeca has manual transmission. 2013 Subaru Tribeca will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Ford Fairlane will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1989 Ford Fairlane | 2013 Subaru Tribeca | |
Make | Ford | Subaru |
Model | Fairlane | Tribeca |
Year Released | 1989 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3949 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | electric |
Horse Power | 186 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 335 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1937 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4865 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2256 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2745 mm |