1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight vs. 2004 Subaru Baja
To start off, 2004 Subaru Baja is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Subaru Baja (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (108 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Subaru Baja should accelerate faster than 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Subaru Baja weights approximately 120 kg more than 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. 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 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. 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, 2004 Subaru Baja (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (196 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2004 Subaru Baja will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | 2004 Subaru Baja | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Subaru |
Model | Ninety-Eight | Baja |
Year Released | 1985 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2966 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 196 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2660 mm |