2009 Subaru Tribeca vs. 1984 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2009 Subaru Tribeca is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Toyota Celica 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 137 more horse power than 1984 Toyota Celica. (115 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Tribeca should accelerate faster than 1984 Toyota Celica.
Because 2009 Subaru Tribeca is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Toyota Celica. 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 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Toyota Celica. (172 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Tribeca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Toyota Celica. 2009 Subaru Tribeca has automatic transmission and 1984 Toyota Celica has manual transmission. 1984 Toyota Celica 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 | 1984 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Subaru | Toyota |
Model | Tribeca | Celica |
Year Released | 2009 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3630 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 247 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 75.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2620 mm |