1991 Ford Escort vs. 2009 Subaru Tribeca
To start off, 2009 Subaru Tribeca is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Ford Escort 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 (252 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1991 Ford Escort. (87 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Tribeca should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Escort.
Because 2009 Subaru Tribeca is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Ford Escort. 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 (247 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ford Escort. (146 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Tribeca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ford Escort | 2009 Subaru Tribeca | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Escort | Tribeca |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1858 cc | 3630 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 247 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2750 mm |
