1989 Ford Mustang vs. 2009 Subaru Tribeca
To start off, 2009 Subaru Tribeca is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Mustang 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 163 more horse power than 1989 Ford Mustang. (89 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Tribeca should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Mustang.
Because 2009 Subaru Tribeca is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Ford Mustang. 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 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Mustang. (176 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Tribeca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Mustang | 2009 Subaru Tribeca | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Mustang | Tribeca |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2299 cc | 3630 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 247 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2750 mm |
