1988 Avanti Avanti vs. 2004 Subaru Baja
To start off, 2004 Subaru Baja is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Avanti Avanti (202 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2004 Subaru Baja. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 2004 Subaru Baja. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 121 kg more than 2004 Subaru Baja. 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 1988 Avanti Avanti. 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, 1988 Avanti Avanti (325 Nm) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Subaru Baja. (225 Nm). This means 1988 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Subaru Baja.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Avanti Avanti | 2004 Subaru Baja | |
| Make | Avanti | Subaru |
| Model | Avanti | Baja |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2004 |
| Engine Size | 5002 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1579 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5540 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3400 mm | 2660 mm |
