1980 Ford Escort vs. 2006 Subaru Baja
To start off, 2006 Subaru Baja is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Ford Escort would be higher. At 2,458 cc, 2006 Subaru Baja is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Baja (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1980 Ford Escort. (79 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Baja should accelerate faster than 1980 Ford Escort.
Because 2006 Subaru Baja is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Ford Escort. 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 (319 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ford Escort. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Subaru Baja will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Ford Escort | 2006 Subaru Baja | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Escort | Baja |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 64 L |
