2009 Subaru Tribeca vs. 1975 Toyota Corona

To start off, 2009 Subaru Tribeca is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 3,629 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Subaru Tribeca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Tribeca (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Corona. (84 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Tribeca should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Corona.

Because 2009 Subaru Tribeca is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Toyota Corona. 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 (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Corona. (135 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Tribeca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Corona. 2009 Subaru Tribeca has automatic transmission and 1975 Toyota Corona has manual transmission. 1975 Toyota Corona 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 1975 Toyota Corona
Make Subaru Toyota
Model Tribeca Corona
Year Released 2009 1975
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3629 cc 1587 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type boxer in-line
Horse Power 256 HP 84 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 335 Nm 135 Nm
Torque RPM 4400 RPM 3400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 89.2 mm 81 mm
Engine Stroke Size 80 mm 77 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 9.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Length 4870 mm 4260 mm
Vehicle Width 1880 mm 1620 mm
Vehicle Height 1730 mm 1400 mm
Wheelbase Size 2750 mm 2510 mm


 

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