2006 Subaru B9 Tribeca vs. 1983 Toyota Blizzard
To start off, 2006 Subaru B9 Tribeca is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Blizzard. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Blizzard would be higher. At 2,999 cc, 2006 Subaru B9 Tribeca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru B9 Tribeca (250 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Blizzard. (67 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru B9 Tribeca should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Blizzard. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru B9 Tribeca weights approximately 373 kg more than 1983 Toyota Blizzard. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Subaru B9 Tribeca (297 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Blizzard. (142 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Subaru B9 Tribeca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Blizzard.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Subaru B9 Tribeca | 1983 Toyota Blizzard | |
| Make | Subaru | Toyota |
| Model | B9 Tribeca | Blizzard |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1983 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 2188 cc |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 297 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1633 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2030 mm |
