2009 Subaru Tribeca vs. 1990 Venturi Cabriolet

To start off, 2009 Subaru Tribeca is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Venturi Cabriolet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Venturi Cabriolet 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 (254 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1990 Venturi Cabriolet. (197 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Tribeca should accelerate faster than 1990 Venturi Cabriolet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Subaru Tribeca weights approximately 169 kg more than 1990 Venturi Cabriolet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2009 Subaru Tribeca is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Venturi Cabriolet. 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 (350 Nm @ 450 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Venturi Cabriolet. (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Tribeca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Venturi Cabriolet. 2009 Subaru Tribeca has automatic transmission and 1990 Venturi Cabriolet has manual transmission. 1990 Venturi Cabriolet 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.

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2009 Subaru Tribeca 1990 Venturi Cabriolet
Make Subaru Venturi
Model Tribeca Cabriolet
Year Released 2009 1990
Body Type SUV Convertible
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3630 cc 2458 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type boxer in-line
Horse Power 254 HP 197 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5750 RPM
Torque 350 Nm 296 Nm
Torque RPM 450 RPM 2500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Vehicle Weight 1464 kg 1295 kg
Vehicle Length 4870 mm 4100 mm
Vehicle Width 1730 mm 1710 mm
Vehicle Height 1890 mm 1180 mm
Wheelbase Size 2760 mm 2410 mm