2009 Subaru Tribeca vs. 1970 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2009 Subaru Tribeca is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 3,630 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Subaru Tribeca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Tribeca (252 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1970 Toyota Corolla. (77 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Tribeca should accelerate faster than 1970 Toyota Corolla.
Because 2009 Subaru Tribeca is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Toyota Corolla. 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, 2009 Subaru Tribeca (247 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Toyota Corolla. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Tribeca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Toyota Corolla. 2009 Subaru Tribeca has automatic transmission and 1970 Toyota Corolla has manual transmission. 1970 Toyota Corolla will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Subaru Tribeca will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Subaru Tribeca | 1970 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Subaru | Toyota |
| Model | Tribeca | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1970 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3630 cc | 1166 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 77 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 247 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2340 mm |
