1987 Renault 25 vs. 2006 Subaru Baja
To start off, 2006 Subaru Baja is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Renault 25. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Renault 25 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 58 more horse power than 1987 Renault 25. (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Baja should accelerate faster than 1987 Renault 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Baja weights approximately 355 kg more than 1987 Renault 25. 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 1987 Renault 25. 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 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Renault 25. (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Subaru Baja will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Renault 25.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Renault 25 | 2006 Subaru Baja | |
| Make | Renault | Subaru |
| Model | 25 | Baja |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 160 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 | 1155 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 64 L |
