1991 Audi 100 vs. 2012 Subaru Tribeca
To start off, 2012 Subaru Tribeca is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Audi 100 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Subaru Tribeca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Subaru Tribeca (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1991 Audi 100. (173 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Tribeca should accelerate faster than 1991 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Subaru Tribeca weights approximately 530 kg more than 1991 Audi 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Subaru Tribeca is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Audi 100. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Subaru Tribeca (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Audi 100. (249 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Subaru Tribeca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Audi 100 | 2012 Subaru Tribeca | |
| Make | Audi | Subaru |
| Model | 100 | Tribeca |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2771 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 249 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4864 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1877 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2748 mm |
