1978 Aston Martin Lagonda vs. 2004 Subaru Baja
To start off, 2004 Subaru Baja is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Aston Martin Lagonda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Aston Martin Lagonda would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Aston Martin Lagonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Aston Martin Lagonda (286 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 2004 Subaru Baja. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Aston Martin Lagonda should accelerate faster than 2004 Subaru Baja. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Aston Martin Lagonda weights approximately 647 kg more than 2004 Subaru Baja. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Subaru Baja is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Aston Martin Lagonda. 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, 1978 Aston Martin Lagonda (434 Nm) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Subaru Baja. (225 Nm). This means 1978 Aston Martin Lagonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Subaru Baja.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Aston Martin Lagonda | 2004 Subaru Baja | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Subaru |
| Model | Lagonda | Baja |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2226 kg | 1579 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2660 mm |
