1990 Ford Crown Victoria vs. 2008 Subaru B9 Tribeca
To start off, 2008 Subaru B9 Tribeca is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Crown Victoria. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Crown Victoria would be higher. At 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Subaru B9 Tribeca (242 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1990 Ford Crown Victoria. (148 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Subaru B9 Tribeca should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Crown Victoria. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Subaru B9 Tribeca weights approximately 300 kg more than 1990 Ford Crown Victoria. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Subaru B9 Tribeca is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Ford Crown Victoria. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Subaru B9 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, 1990 Ford Crown Victoria (366 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Subaru B9 Tribeca. (297 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Subaru B9 Tribeca.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Ford Crown Victoria | 2008 Subaru B9 Tribeca | |
Make | Ford | Subaru |
Model | Crown Victoria | B9 Tribeca |
Year Released | 1990 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4941 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 297 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 2000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2760 mm |