1989 Ford Tempo vs. 2011 Subaru Tribeca
To start off, 2011 Subaru Tribeca is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford Tempo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Tempo would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Subaru Tribeca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Tribeca (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1989 Ford Tempo. (96 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Tribeca should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Tribeca weights approximately 719 kg more than 1989 Ford Tempo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Subaru Tribeca is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Ford Tempo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Subaru Tribeca (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Tempo. (175 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Tribeca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Tempo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Tempo | 2011 Subaru Tribeca | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Tempo | Tribeca |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2307 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1869 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4864 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1877 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1687 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2748 mm |
