1991 Ford Fairlane 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 Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Tribeca (252 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1991 Ford Fairlane. (221 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Tribeca should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Fairlane.
Because 2009 Subaru Tribeca is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Ford Fairlane. 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, 1991 Ford Fairlane (388 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Subaru Tribeca. (247 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1991 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Subaru Tribeca.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ford Fairlane | 2009 Subaru Tribeca | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Fairlane | Tribeca |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 3630 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 247 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2750 mm |
