1989 Ford Festiva vs. 2008 Subaru Tribeca
To start off, 2008 Subaru Tribeca is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford Festiva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Festiva would be higher. At 3,630 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Subaru Tribeca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Subaru Tribeca (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 1989 Ford Festiva. (57 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Tribeca should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Subaru Tribeca weights approximately 589 kg more than 1989 Ford Festiva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Subaru Tribeca is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Ford Festiva. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Subaru Tribeca (336 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Festiva. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Subaru Tribeca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Festiva | 2008 Subaru Tribeca | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Festiva | Tribeca |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 3630 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 786 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2750 mm |
