1974 Buick GS vs. 2005 Subaru Baja
To start off, 2005 Subaru Baja is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Buick GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Buick GS would be higher. At 5,724 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Buick GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Buick GS (190 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Baja. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Buick GS should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Baja. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Buick GS weights approximately 50 kg more than 2005 Subaru Baja. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Subaru Baja is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Buick GS. 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, 1974 Buick GS (394 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Baja. (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1974 Buick GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Baja.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Buick GS | 2005 Subaru Baja | |
| Make | Buick | Subaru |
| Model | GS | Baja |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5724 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2680 mm |
