1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass 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 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 2,837 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Subaru Baja (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (130 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Subaru Baja should accelerate faster than 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Subaru Baja weights approximately 145 kg more than 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass. 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 Oldsmobile Cutlass. 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 (319 Nm) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (230 Nm). This means 2004 Subaru Baja will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass | 2004 Subaru Baja | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Subaru |
| Model | Cutlass | Baja |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2837 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 100.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1492 kg | 1637 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 64 L |
