1993 Volvo 460 vs. 2012 Subaru Tribeca
To start off, 2012 Subaru Tribeca is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Volvo 460. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Volvo 460 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 138 more horse power than 1993 Volvo 460. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Tribeca should accelerate faster than 1993 Volvo 460. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Subaru Tribeca weights approximately 819 kg more than 1993 Volvo 460. 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 1993 Volvo 460. 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 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Volvo 460. (175 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2012 Subaru Tribeca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Volvo 460. 2012 Subaru Tribeca has automatic transmission and 1993 Volvo 460 has manual transmission. 1993 Volvo 460 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Subaru Tribeca will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Volvo 460 | 2012 Subaru Tribeca | |
| Make | Volvo | Subaru |
| Model | 460 | Tribeca |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1721 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1869 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4864 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1877 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1687 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2748 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 64 L |
