2008 Subaru Tribeca vs. 1985 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2008 Subaru Tribeca is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Toyota Celica 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 @ 6000 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1985 Toyota Celica. (120 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Tribeca should accelerate faster than 1985 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Subaru Tribeca weights approximately 361 kg more than 1985 Toyota Celica. 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 1985 Toyota Celica. 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 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Toyota Celica. (150 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2008 Subaru Tribeca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Toyota Celica. 2008 Subaru Tribeca has automatic transmission and 1985 Toyota Celica has manual transmission. 1985 Toyota Celica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Subaru Tribeca will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Subaru Tribeca | 1985 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Subaru | Toyota |
| Model | Tribeca | Celica |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1985 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3628 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 335 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1461 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 75 L |
