1989 Ford Meteor vs. 2009 Subaru Tribeca
To start off, 2009 Subaru Tribeca is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford Meteor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Meteor would be higher. At 3,630 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Subaru Tribeca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Tribeca (254 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1989 Ford Meteor. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Tribeca should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Meteor.
Because 2009 Subaru Tribeca is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Ford Meteor. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Subaru Tribeca (350 Nm @ 450 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Meteor. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Tribeca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Meteor. 2009 Subaru Tribeca has automatic transmission and 1989 Ford Meteor has manual transmission. 1989 Ford Meteor will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Subaru Tribeca will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Ford Meteor | 2009 Subaru Tribeca | |
Make | Ford | Subaru |
Model | Meteor | Tribeca |
Year Released | 1989 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 3630 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 254 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 450 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2760 mm |