1984 Ford Meteor vs. 2006 Subaru Baja
To start off, 2006 Subaru Baja is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford Meteor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Meteor 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 93 more horse power than 1984 Ford Meteor. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Baja should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Meteor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Baja weights approximately 625 kg more than 1984 Ford Meteor. 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 1984 Ford Meteor. 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 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Meteor. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Subaru Baja will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Meteor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Meteor | 2006 Subaru Baja | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Meteor | Baja |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2660 mm |
