2008 Subaru Tribeca vs. 1984 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2008 Subaru Tribeca is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 3,628 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Subaru Tribeca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Subaru Tribeca (256 HP) has 197 more horse power than 1984 Volkswagen Passat. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Tribeca should accelerate faster than 1984 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Subaru Tribeca weights approximately 519 kg more than 1984 Volkswagen Passat. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Subaru Tribeca is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Volkswagen Passat. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Subaru Tribeca (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Volkswagen Passat. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Subaru Tribeca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Volkswagen Passat.
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2008 Subaru Tribeca | 1984 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Subaru | Volkswagen |
Model | Tribeca | Passat |
Year Released | 2008 | 1984 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3628 cc | 1297 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 59 HP |
Torque | 335 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1461 kg | 942 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2560 mm |