1978 Nissan Cherry vs. 2006 Subaru Baja
To start off, 2006 Subaru Baja is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 2,458 cc, 2006 Subaru Baja is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Baja (165 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1978 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Baja should accelerate faster than 1978 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Baja weights approximately 706 kg more than 1978 Nissan Cherry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Subaru Baja is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Nissan Cherry. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Subaru Baja (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Nissan Cherry. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Subaru Baja will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Nissan Cherry | 2006 Subaru Baja | |
| Make | Nissan | Subaru |
| Model | Cherry | Baja |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 995 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 804 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2660 mm |
