1976 Buick Estate vs. 2005 Subaru Baja
To start off, 2005 Subaru Baja is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Buick Estate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Buick Estate would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Baja (210 HP) has 57 more horse power than 1976 Buick Estate. (153 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Baja should accelerate faster than 1976 Buick Estate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Buick Estate weights approximately 247 kg more than 2005 Subaru Baja.
Because 2005 Subaru Baja is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Buick Estate. 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, 1976 Buick Estate (380 Nm) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Baja. (319 Nm). This means 1976 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Baja.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Buick Estate | 2005 Subaru Baja | |
| Make | Buick | Subaru |
| Model | Estate | Baja |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5736 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 210 HP |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1884 kg | 1637 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2660 mm |
