1968 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2004 Subaru Baja
To start off, 2004 Subaru Baja is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 2004 Subaru Baja. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2004 Subaru Baja. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Subaru Baja weights approximately 130 kg more than 1968 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2004 Subaru Baja is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Subaru Baja 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, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Subaru Baja. (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1968 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Subaru Baja.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Chevrolet Corvette | 2004 Subaru Baja | |
Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
Model | Corvette | Baja |
Year Released | 1968 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5354 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 30 L |