1976 Pontiac Trans Am 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 Pontiac Trans Am. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Pontiac Trans Am would be higher. At 6,556 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Pontiac Trans Am is equipped with a bigger engine.
Because 2005 Subaru Baja is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Pontiac Trans Am. 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 Pontiac Trans Am (434 Nm) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Baja. (225 Nm). This means 1976 Pontiac Trans Am will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Baja.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Pontiac Trans Am | 2005 Subaru Baja | |
| Make | Pontiac | Subaru |
| Model | Trans Am | Baja |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6556 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 163 HP |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.1 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 79 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2680 mm |
