1987 Alpine V6 vs. 2005 Subaru Baja
To start off, 2005 Subaru Baja is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Alpine V6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Alpine V6 would be higher. Both 1987 Alpine V6 and 2005 Subaru Baja are equipped with a 2,457 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Alpine V6 (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Baja. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Alpine V6 should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Baja. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Baja weights approximately 400 kg more than 1987 Alpine V6.
Because 2005 Subaru Baja is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Alpine V6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1987 Alpine V6 (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Baja. (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Alpine V6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Baja. 2005 Subaru Baja has automatic transmission and 1987 Alpine V6 has manual transmission. 1987 Alpine V6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Subaru Baja will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Alpine V6 | 2005 Subaru Baja | |
| Make | Alpine | Subaru |
| Model | V6 | Baja |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2680 mm |
