1978 Ford Capri vs. 2003 Subaru Baja
To start off, 2003 Subaru Baja is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ford Capri would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Subaru Baja is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Subaru Baja (164 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1978 Ford Capri. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Baja should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Subaru Baja weights approximately 464 kg more than 1978 Ford Capri. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Subaru Baja is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Ford Capri. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Subaru Baja (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Capri. (176 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Subaru Baja will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Ford Capri | 2003 Subaru Baja | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Capri | Baja |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2294 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 164 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60.1 mm | 79 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1116 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2660 mm |
