1972 Chevrolet Biscayne vs. 2005 Subaru Baja
To start off, 2005 Subaru Baja is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne would be higher. At 4,097 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Baja (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne. (110 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Baja should accelerate faster than 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne.
Because 2005 Subaru Baja is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne (251 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Baja. (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Baja.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne | 2005 Subaru Baja | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
| Model | Biscayne | Baja |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4097 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5590 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 64 L |
